Dodgers players lead All-Star voting amid controversy over spending

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Dodgers players lead All-Star voting amid controversy over spending
Summary

In ongoing All-Star voting for the National League, Dodgers players Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, and Andy Pages are among the top vote-getters. Despite complaints about the team's spending and success, fans are casting digital ballots for their players. Ohtani leads at designated hitter, followed by Freeman at first base and Muncy at third base. Dodgers president Stan Kasten defended the team's presence in voting, touting their strong domestic and international fan base. Amid debates about the team's impact on the game, Max Muncy expressed that the All-Star Game is a chance to celebrate talent, regardless of team affiliations. The voting results hint at the possibility of the Dodgers having multiple players starting, which would be a first for the franchise since 1980.

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  • Ohtani leads NL voting at designated hitter.
  • Freeman, Muncy, and Pages also rank high in votes.
  • Fans criticize Dodgers' spending while voting for their players.
  • Kasten claims the team benefits MLB with strong fan engagement.
  • All-Star Game this year will be held in Philadelphia.
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  • 11:00 AMYahoo SportsShaikin: The Dodgers are ruining baseball! Stop them! But first let me vote for all their players
What they're saying
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Baseball fans are unhappy with how the Dodgers spend money, but many of those fans appear be casting All-Star votes for Dodgers.

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