The MLB all-star game is the best of the bunch between the four major sports. Whether you like it or not, it does actually mean something. This year though something is lacking. How about a bunch of all-star players opting out of the game due to "injuries?" 8 in all, plus a few pitchers who won't be playing since they pitched on Sunday. Some are legit like ARod, surgery on a minor meniscus tear in knee, and Shane Victorino, sprained thumb among a few others.
In some cases, it's down to the 3rd or 4th pick. The NLs 3rd basemen are Scott Rolen and Pedro Sandoval. I think Sandoval should have been picked before Rolen anyway, but Chase Headley from San Diego should have been chosen before either of them. In most years, these two wouldn't even get a sniff of the game. I guess the days of big name stars being honored with a selection are gone. No more Ripkin Jr's, Griffy Jr's, Ozzie Smith's and so forth. I'll watch the game and still enjoy seeing Aaron Crowe, Gio Gonzalez, Alex Avila, Scott Rolen, Tyler Clippard and Gaby Sanchez.
I don't think the casual fan will tune in because of lack of star power. I feel like the biggest stars were showcased tonight in the Home Run Derby. It was nice to see, as players bowed out left and right from the all-star game, that these players actually competed and cared about winning. Congrats to Robinson Cano for beating out Adrian Gonzalez in a great final round.
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