Play Like An All Star

We are one week away. The best of the best in the game of baseball gathering at T-Mobile Park in Seattle for the 93rd Midsummer Classic. This marks the third time that Seattle has hosted the game. First was at the Kingdome in 1979 (a 7-6 National League win) and then in 2001 at the same ballpark (a 4-1 American League win).

Here's who's playing in this years all star game.

American League:
Starters:
Catcher: Jonah Heim Rangers (1st)
1st Base: Yandy Díaz Rays (1st)
2nd Base: Marcus Semien Rangers (2nd)
3rd Base: Josh Jung Rangers (1st)
Shortstop: Corey Seager Rangers (4th)
Outfilders: Randy Arozarena Rays (1st), Aaron Judge Yankees (5th), Mike Trout Angels (11th)
Designated Hitter: Shohei Ohtani Angels (3rd)

Reserves:
Catchers: Salvador Pérez Royals (8th), Adley Rutschman Orioles (1st)
1st Base: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Blue Jays (3rd)
2nd Base: Whit Merrifield Blue Jays (3rd)
3rd Base: José Ramírez Guardians (5th)
Shortstop: Bo Bichette Blue Jays (2nd)
Outfielders: Yordan Álvarez Astros (2nd), Adolis García Rangers (2nd), Austin Hays Orioles (1st), Luis Robert Jr. White Sox (1st)
Designated Hitters: Brent Rooker Athletics (1st)

Pitchers:
Félix Bautista Orioles (1st), Yennier Canó Orioles (1st), Luis Castillo Mariners (3rd), Emmanuel Clase Guardians (2nd), Gerrit Cole Yankees (6th), Nathan Eovaldi Rangers (2nd), Sonny Gray Twins (3rd), Kevin Gausman Blue Jays (2nd), Kenley Jansen Red Sox (4th), Michael Lorenzen Tigers (1st), Shane McClanahan Rays (2nd), Shohei Ohtani Angels (3rd), Framber Valdez Astros (2nd)

National League:
Starters:
Catcher: Sean Murphy Braves (1st)
1st Base: Freddie Freeman Dodgers (7th)
2nd Base: Luis Arráez Marlins (2nd)
3rd Base: Nolan Arenado Cardinals (8th)
Shortstop: Orlando Arcia Braves 1st)
Outfielders: Ronald Acuña Jr Braves )4th), Mookie Betts Dodgers (7th), Corbin Carroll Diamondbacks (1st)
Designated Hitter: J. D. Martinez Dodgers (6th)

Reserves:
Catchers: Elías Díaz Rockies (1st), Will Smith Dodgers (1st)
1st Base: Pete Alonso Mets (3rd), Matt Olson Braves (2nd)
2nd Base: Ozzie Albies Braves (3rd)
3rd Base: Austin Riley Braves (2nd)
Shortstop: Dansby Swanson Cubs (2nd)
Outfielders: Nick Castellanos Phillies (2nd), Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Diamondbacks (1st0< Juan Soto Padres (3rd)
Designated Hitter: Jorge Soler Marlins (1st)

Pitchers:
Alexis Díaz Reds (1st), Camilo Doval Giants (1st), Bryce Elder Braves (1st), Zac Gallen Diamondbacks (1st), Josiah Gray Nationals (1st), Josh Hader Padres (5th), Mitch Keller Pirates (1st), Clayton Kershaw Dodgers (10th), Justin Steele Cubs (1st), Spencer Strider Braves (1st), Marcus Stroman Cubs (2nd), Devin Williams Brewers (2nd)

So, did the roster get picked correctly? Well, one spot for debate comes to shortstop in the American League. Nothing against the two who were selected to be there in Corey Seager or Bo Bichette. Bichette should have gotten the start, he got the most hits in baseball. Sure Seager has the higher average, but he's played in 54 games, compared to the 80 starts by Bichette. Oh and lets not forget about Wander Franco who's got solid number s in his own rights at the plate. But what I feel kept Wander on the outside looking in was his attitude. Rays Manager Kevin Cash had to sit him for a few games because of that issue, and the GM's who select the reserves took that into consideration I feel. That's the only thing I can think of that kept Wander out of the game. Also kind of surprised that Rafael Devers, the leading RBI man among 3rd Baseman in the AL isn't at the game this year. The low batting average may have something to do with it but still, its worth noting.