Photo highlights as Players' Weekend returns with custom bats and cleats supporting charities

The Associated Press

Posted 8/18/25

Players’ Weekend in Major League Baseball returns, with hitters showcasing individuality through custom bat designs, while also supporting charities. Along with the bats, players can use …

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Photo highlights as Players' Weekend returns with custom bats and cleats supporting charities

Milwaukee Brewers' Christian Yelich stands in the on-deck circle, holding a custom bat for Players' Weekend, in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar)

Posted Monday, August 18, 2025 11:15 am

The Associated Press

Players’ Weekend in Major League Baseball returns, with hitters showcasing individuality through custom bat designs, while also supporting charities. Along with the bats, players can use personalized cleats and other creative flourishes.

This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.