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Phillies’ Turner, Sánchez and Suárez Left Off Initial NL All-Star Roster

Their absence underscores tensions between fan popularity versus player performance in the All-Star selection process.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 6: Trea Turner #7 of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a single in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park on July 6, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • The preliminary National League roster features only Zack Wheeler and Kyle Schwarber from the Phillies, excluding shortstop Trea Turner along with pitchers Cristopher Sánchez and Ranger Suárez.
  • Trea Turner leads the NL with 109 hits and ranks among leaders in batting average (.299), OPS (.802), stolen bases (22) and defensive outs above average (8) but did not earn a spot.
  • Cristopher Sánchez posted a 2.68 ERA (sixth in the league) and Ranger Suárez would qualify with a 1.99 ERA if not for innings limits, yet neither pitcher was selected.
  • Chad Jennings labeled Turner the season’s biggest snub while other analysts argue peers Francisco Lindor and Elly De La Cruz delivered comparably strong performances.
  • Players can still be added as injury replacements under MLB’s structure of fan-voted starters, player-selected reserves and pitchers, and commissioner’s final picks with each team represented.