Willson Contreras remains hopeful for All-Star selection after Guerrero's withdrawal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras could still secure an All-Star spot after Toronto Blue Jays' Vlad Guerrero Jr. opted out for rest. Contreras, currently slashing.285/.378/.536 with 19 home runs and 56 RBIs, is seen as deserving amid strong performances from his teammates. His candidacy is bolstered by Guerrero's absence, who has had a less impressive season at the plate. Sources indicate that there is optimism among Red Sox fans regarding Contreras's potential selection as a replacement, although the All-Star roster has been finalized for now.
- •Willson Contreras has a.914 OPS this season.
- •Vlad Guerrero Jr. withdrew from the All-Star Game.
- •Contreras has 19 homers and 56 RBIs this season.
- •Ranger Suárez and Aroldis Chapman are the current All-Star selections for Boston.
- •Contreras remains a potential replacement as fans express hope.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Star Willson Contreras Could Still Be An All-Star After All
"The Boston Red Sox slugger could still have a shot.
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