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MLB All-Star selections spark debate over notable snubs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 4:46 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

MLB All-Star selections spark debate over notable snubs

Summary

Multiple players were overlooked for the upcoming MLB All-Star Game, scheduled for July 14 in Philadelphia. Among the most notable snubs are Zack Wheeler from the Phillies and Michael Harris II of the Braves. Wheeler has posted a 0.94 WHIP and has been a strong performer since returning from injury, while Harris is enjoying a solid season with a.301 batting average. Other players mentioned include Brice Turang of the Brewers, Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras of the Red Sox, Jonathan Aranda of the Rays, and Logan Gilbert of the Mariners. Discussions around replacement selections are anticipated as the game approaches.

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Status Watch

•Zack Wheeler has 3.8 WAR in 13 starts for the Phillies.
•Michael Harris II is batting.301 with three hits in his last game.
•Brice Turang is among several second basemen left out of the All-Star roster.
•Sonny Gray has a 2.69 ERA and has pitched seven innings in recent starts.
•Jonathan Aranda has a.390 OBP, contributing to the Rays' success this season.

Latest Updates

4:46 AMYahoo Sports — MLB All-Star snubs: More Phillies, Braves and Rays? Absolutely.

What they're saying

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Limited roster spaces and occasional mess-ups by fan or player voting can leave deserving players frozen out of the Midsummer Classic.
— Yahoo Sports

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