Yes I am back and with a vengeance. It seems like every year, we get mad at someone making (or in this article’s case, not making) the All Star team. Well, it seems as good a time as ever to make the case for those that should’ve made it, but didnt. I think most of these are obvious, and the big guns in MLB’s media circle have pointed them out. But I threw a few guys in there that I think are not getting talked about enough too. Take a gander at these: ….. You know theres going to be at least 1 Yankees player on here….right? Oh, good, just checking 10. Andrew Benintendi (Red Sox): The Sox’ future, the youngster (how old am I for using the word “youngster”!?!?) Has hit close to .300 and has been a huge foundation for the team’s success. But he faces a crowded Outfield, one that includes teammate Mookie Betts already. He could win the Final Vote on Wednesday, but if he doesnt its a big disappointment. 9. Collin McHugh (Astros): Though the Astros’ pen is still seen as their main weakness, McHugh does his best to disprove this notion. He currently sports a 0.88 ERA with 54 K’s in 41 IP. 8. Eddie Rosario (Twins): Though he too can still get in with a final vote, Rosario has done more than enough thus far to be considered All Star worthy. He’s one of the few bright spots for the Twins, one of the biggest disappointments of the season. He’s hitting over .300 and is 1 of 14 players thus far to have over 100 hits for the year. 7. Jeremy Jeffress (Brewers): Speaking of people who aren’t household names, do you know who Jeremy Jeffress is? Well you will now. A 1.05 ERA for (arguably) the best team in the NL right now. Jeffress carries 45 K’s in 43IP and a whip at 0.84. He’s a big reason why Milwaukee is focusing their attention on grabbing a starter at the deadline. Who care if they cant go more than 5, am I right? SNUB. 6. Nick Castellanos (Tigers) : Not even close to being voted in, Nick Castellanos is the best player on the Tigers, and could be a HUGE piece for a playoff-bound team in the second half. He’s hitting just over .300 and has 55 RBIs for an offensively challenged Tigers team. Tell me Im wrong. Im not. But remember who is at third base in the AL, Jose Ramirez, Alex Bregman. Its tough to even get on the list. 5. Max Muncy (Dodgers): 20 Homers, 11 of which coming over the last month. He’s a ginormous reason for the Dodgers’ run, keeping them alive and on par with Arizona. If the Dodgers do make the playoffs, he’s a big reason why, maybe even the biggest if he continues this run he’s currently on. Muncy can still win the final vote Wednesday, but its still a joke regardless. 4. Jean Segura (Mariners): Though he could win the Final Vote on Wednesday, Segura still didnt make it! An amazing pickup for Jerry Dipoto, Sigura has been amazing for the M’s and has done more than enough for All Star Game consideration. The issue is that he is battling for the toughest grab on the list for either team, the AL Shortstop voting. Still he’s been better of late than everyone on the list not named Lindor. But even Lindor isn’t too far ahead. Over the last month, Lindor has hit .315, while Segura was at .313. But because he’s not a household name, Segura is out. Its just not right, but thats what happens with this voting sometimes. 3. Dellin Betances (Yankees): Yes, here you go. No, Stanton is NOT the Yankee I chose. Dellin sports 68 K’s in 38 IP.. He has reinvented himself, and is a big part of what the Yanks are doing. David Robertson is not having the best season, and Tommy Kahnle is in Triple A. That leaves Betances and Chad Greene as the two main guys that bridge the gap to Chapman in the 9th. He’s done a terrific job, maybe even better than in 17’ when he actually made the team. 2. Odubel Herrera (Phillies): Though he’s only hitting .229 over his last month, Herrera has been a huge reason for the Phils’ surprising season. The overcrowded list of outfielders is really the main reason for this, but he deserves recognition. Don’t worry though, you’ll see him on the roster someday 1. Blake Snell (Rays): Im most upset about this one, but its mostly because the Rays have become the least cared about team in the league (Sorry to all 7 Rays fans out there..). With that said, Blake Snell is the man, his stats speak for himself. He’s probably your AL Cy Young winner thus far, if not for Kluber and that Severino kid... There are actually some others I kept off this list. But its been a crazy season so far, so it only makes sense. Here are some "honorable mentions" for ya: (Giancarlo Stanton), Jesus Aguilar, Jed Lowrie, Cesar Hernandez, David Perata, Nomar Mazara, Evan Gattis, Jose Martinez, Tyler Skaggs, Eduardo Rodriguez, Collin McHugh, Bud Norris As always, please make sure to follow us on both Twitter and Instagram ~J~
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