CC Sabathia made waves at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game as both ambassador and proud dad. He shared updates on his son’s draft journey, future hopes, and why Mastercard feels like family.
While most eyes at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta were locked on the field, former Yankees ace CC Sabathia was making his own kind of noise — and not just because of his Hall of Fame resume.
Sabathia was everywhere this week. He pulled double duty as a special assistant to MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and as an ambassador for Mastercard, a major All-Star Game sponsor. For those wondering why he’s repping brands post-retirement — Sabathia keeps it real:
“The priceless moments, small businesses, and the different campaigns I’ve been able to be a part of. It’s hard for me to endorse anything that I’m not passionate about or is just not authentic to me,” he said. “So just right away, it felt like family.”
You can tell it’s not just a gig — it’s a vibe.
Baseball Runs in the Sabathia Bloodline
While CC was doing All-Star things, his son Carsten Sabathia III was navigating a different chapter of his own baseball story. The 6-foot-4 first baseman (yep, not a pitcher like Dad) recently transferred from Georgia Tech to the University of Houston, aiming to reset and recharge after two injury-riddled seasons.
Carsten was eligible for the 2025 MLB Draft, but unfortunately, draft day didn’t call his name. Still, there’s plenty of game left in him.
“He’ll go back to the University of Houston and play one more year and enter the draft again next year and kind of see what happens,” CC shared.
According to Dad, it’s all about health right now. Carsten’s been battling a fractured hand and lingering knee issues — tough breaks for anyone, especially a college athlete trying to get noticed by pro scouts.
“When he’s healthy, he plays at a high level, but he hasn’t been the last couple years,” Sabathia said. “Go out and play every single day and be able to stack some numbers up.”
That last part? Classic baseball wisdom. Grind, stack, repeat.
Dream Teams for a Dreamer
So, where does Sabathia Sr. want to see his son land?
He’s got a wishlist — and it’s not tied to nostalgia or old team loyalties. “It doesn’t particularly have to be a place that I played,” he said. “I just want him to have the best chance possible to be able to thrive.”
On the shortlist of teams doing player development right:
- Baltimore Orioles
- San Diego Padres
- Houston Astros
- Honorable mentions: Milwaukee Brewers, Boston Red Sox
These teams aren’t just building rosters — they’re building players. And for someone like Carsten, who needs a runway to show off his potential, that development focus could be everything.
Watching a baseball legend cheer on the next generation isn’t just heartwarming — it’s relatable. Whether you’re a diehard fan or a baseball parent grinding it out on the weekend tournament circuit, Sabathia’s story hits home.
It’s about legacy, passion, and staying true to what feels real — from brand partnerships to your kid’s college ball dreams.
Oh, and if you’re an MLB team with a strong farm system? Might be time to slide into Carsten’s DMs next year. Just saying. ⚾
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