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Ernie Clement wins fan vote to start for American League in All-Star Game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:31 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Ernie Clement wins fan vote to start for American League in All-Star Game

Summary

Ernie Clement, a Brighton native, will start for the American League in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia on July 14. He secured the position by leading Phase 1 of the fan voting with 3,232,932 votes. Clement's impressive season with the Toronto Blue Jays includes a.294 batting average, seven home runs, and 28 RBIs across 78 games played. He gained recognition during the 2025 postseason, where he set an MLB record with 30 hits. Clement expressed gratitude for the support from fans and the Blue Jays organization following the conclusion of the voting.

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By the Numbers

•Clement wins fan voting for American League All-Star start.
•He has a.294 batting average with 78 games played this season.
•Clement set an MLB record with 30 hits in the 2025 postseason.
•The All-Star Game is scheduled for July 14 at Citizens Bank Park.
•Clement is a fan favorite in Toronto after his unexpected rise to stardom.

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What they're saying

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Ernie Clement keeps making headlines. The Brighton native will start for the American League in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game after winning a fan vote.
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