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sports2 years ago

"2023 MLB All-Star Game: First-Timers, Uniform Controversy, Records, and How to Watch Online"

The 2023 MLB All-Star Game will feature a record-breaking 33 first-time All-Stars, including notable rookies like Corbin Carroll and Josh Jung. Yennier Cano, the "old" rookie, has impressed with his scoreless innings streak, while Randy Arozarena's popularity earned him a spot. Adolis Garcia leads in RBIs and outfield assists, while Jonah Heim has excelled as a catcher. Brent Rooker represents the Oakland Athletics as their lone All-Star. Among the breakout arms are Alexis Diaz and Camilo Doval, who lead in saves, and Michael Lorenzen, who has the lowest ERA among Tigers starters. Justin Steele, the NL starter, is close to Clayton Kershaw in ERA and is excited to meet his idol.

sports2 years ago

"MLB All-Star Game 2023: Fan-Voted Starters, Surprise Inclusions, and Home Run Derby Contenders"

The MLB All-Star Game starters have been announced, with seven first-time All-Stars earning starting spots, including Shohei Ohtani. The fan-elected starters reflect a changing tide in the league, with players like Yandy Diaz, Marcus Semien, Corey Seager, Josh Jung, Jonah Heim, Aaron Judge, Mike Trout, Randy Arozarena, Freddie Freeman, Luis Arraez, Orlando Arcia, Nolan Arenado, Sean Murphy, Mookie Betts, Corbin Carroll, Ronald Acuña Jr., and J.D. Martinez making their first appearances. Ohtani leads the American League with 29 home runs, while Acuña Jr. has a .993 OPS and 19 homers at the halfway point of the season.