​Editor’s note: Follow along for live updates and highlights from the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.Philadelphia fans embraced Mike Trout like one of their own at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.The event serves as a homecoming of sorts for the Los Angeles Angels star. The three-time MVP is a New Jersey native but has deep ties to Philadelphia, which is located 45 miles south of his hometown.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTrout received a loud ovation from the crowd as he was introduced before the Midsummer Classic.He served as the American League’s leadoff hitter but struck out in his first at-bat.”It’s been everything,” Trout said during a pregame interview on the broadcast. “Philly is a special place.”Among those in the crowd cheering for Trout were his friends and family.It was Trout’s first All-Star Game appearance since 2019, allowing his two sons to watch him play in the event.Trout was named as an All-Star for the 12th time in his career. He was selected eight consecutive times from 2012 through 2019.The festivities continue in Philadelphia on Tuesday, July 14 with the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement Date: Tuesday, July 14 Time: 8 p.m. ET Location: Citizens Bank Park (Philadelphia) TV: Fox Streaming: Fox One Watch the 2026 MLB All-Star Game with Fubo 1 / 52Jordan Walker #18 of the St. Louis Cardinals competes in the finals of the 2026 Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park on July 13, 2026 in Philadelphia.(Emilee Chinn, Getty Images)Jordan Walker of the St. Louis Cardinals defeated Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber to claim the title of Home Run King on Monday night.The 2026 Midsummer Classic has arrived, and USA TODAY will have reporters on the ground in Philadelphia and at home eager to deliver the goods. From media day and the Home Run Derby, to the red carpet and All-Star Game, we’ll have everything covered.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Mike Trout gets hometown hero treatment from Philadelphia fans at All-Star Game