Overview

• Francisco Lindor will start at shortstop for the National League after winning the fan vote.
• Pete Alonso earned his fifth All-Star nod as a reserve, powering a .290 average with 20 home runs and 73 RBIs in 91 games.
• Edwin Díaz secured his third career selection for the pitching staff following a 3-0 record, 1.80 ERA and 53 strikeouts.
• Juan Soto did not make the roster even after ranking among NL outfielders in on-base percentage and homers.
• Pete Alonso decided not to participate in the Home Run Derby to focus on the Mets’ second-half push.