Brayan Rocchio pushes for All-Star selection with strong season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio is making a case for an All-Star spot in 2026. After being optioned to Triple-A last year, Rocchio has excelled, currently boasting a 124 wRC+, second among AL shortstops. His defensive metrics also rank well, with him in the 80th percentile for outs above average. With All-Star voting underway, Rocchio aims to secure a starting role in Philadelphia. Even if he doesn’t make the All-Star team, his performance solidifies his position as the Guardians' shortstop for the future.
- •Rocchio has a 124 wRC+, ranking second among AL shortstops.
- •He excels in defense, in the 80th percentile for outs above average.
- •All-Star voting is currently ongoing for the Midsummer Classic.
- •Cleveland recalled Rocchio in July 2025 after an ankle injury to Gabriel Arias.
- •His offensive stats position him favorably against past All-Stars.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Guardians' Brayan Rocchio Building a Strong All-Star Resume
"Brayan Rocchio has turned his career around, and the Cleveland Guardians shortstop is even making a strong All-Star push.
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