Overview

• Misiorowski became the first player in All-Star history named after just five major-league starts, breaking the previous record for fewest appearances.
• Rob Manfred defended the choice at the Baseball Writers’ Association of America meeting, saying it was driven by fan interest and not intended to establish a new norm.
• National League manager Dave Roberts confirmed Misiorowski will pitch in the fifth to seventh innings of the All-Star Game, calling the rookie’s presence electric.
• Phillies shortstop Trea Turner labeled the selection a "joke," and MLB officials said several veterans declined invitations before adding Misiorowski.
• Through five starts Misiorowski has a 2.81 ERA, 33 strikeouts and a 0.90 WHIP, capped by 11 hitless innings to begin his career and a 12-strikeout outing against the Dodgers.