Bellinger's All-Star MVP Was Already in the Data
Cody Bellinger won the All-Star Game MVP. The casual fan was surprised. The batted-ball data wasn't. Here's why the numbers had him pegged all along.
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Wheeler Called the All-Star Rule 'BS.' He's Right.
Wheeler is 9-1, 2.28 ERA, and just K'd 14 batters. MLB kept him out of the All-Star Game in his own city. He called it BS, then declined the late invite.
The Dodgers Say Ohtani's Fine. That's the Problem.
Ohtani's knee kept him out of the All-Star Game in Philadelphia. The Dodgers say he'll be fine. They've said that before about this same knee.
The All-Star Game Is at Zack Wheeler's Stadium. He Won't Be There.
The 2026 All-Star Game is at Citizens Bank Park. Zack Wheeler plays for the Phillies. His agent called the snub 'tone deaf.' Wheeler struck out 14 in reply.
Aaron Judge Can't Make It to Philly Either
Aaron Judge played through a fractured rib for 40 days and will miss the All-Star Game in Philadelphia. The Yankees injury transparency problem isn't new.
Braxton Ashcraft Got Robbed. Skenes Agrees.
Braxton Ashcraft has a better ERA than Paul Skenes in 2026 and still didn't make the All-Star Game. Baseball picked its star early and won't reconsider.
Zack Wheeler Got Snubbed at His Own Ballpark
Zack Wheeler is 8-1 with a 2.36 ERA. The All-Star Game is in his stadium. He's not going. Philadelphia is conditioned for this pain, but this one still stings.
Three MLB All-Star Snubs the Data Won't Let Go
The MLB All-Star announcement airs tonight on FOX. Witt, Iglesias, and Walker have the numbers. Whether they get the recognition is another question entirely.