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Last updated: July 14, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

All-Star Game Updates and Player News

The MLB All-Star Game is shaping up with several key player announcements and adjustments. Kyle Schwarber of the Phillies will lead off for the National League, replacing Shohei Ohtani, while Riley Greene, Ben Rice, and Cody Bellinger will start for the American League. Phillies ace Zack Wheeler has declined an invitation to the All-Star Game, stating he felt "disrespected" by previous snubs. Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski has been scratched from the All-Star Game due to arm fatigue. Meanwhile, Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera was named to the NL roster as an injury replacement for Shohei Ohtani.

Shohei Ohtani has also been scratched from his scheduled pitching start and will miss the All-Star Game due to continued irritation in his left knee, with the hope of being fully healthy for his team. Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz, slated to start at first base for the AL, has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb sprain. Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle will have the opportunity to play in his hometown of Philadelphia as part of the AL team.

Team Performance and Roster Moves

The Boston Red Sox are on an impressive streak, completing a 9-0 road trip with a 3-2 victory over the Mets, their first such sweep since 1977. The Athletics have fired pitching coach Scott Emerson amid a nine-game losing streak, with bullpen coach Dan Hubbs taking over on an interim basis. The Diamondbacks have placed right-hander Zac Gallen on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. The Rangers have placed veteran reliever Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder injury.

Orioles third baseman Blaze Alexander suffered a non-displaced fracture in his left hand after being hit by a pitch. Mariners starting pitcher Emerson Hancock exited a game in