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The Tampa Bay Rays are crushing it this season with a 54-37 record and a four-game division lead, making their All-Star representation a no-brainer. Junior Caminero makes history as the first Ray to start two consecutive All-Star Games, while Yandy Diaz joins the roster off the bench. Pitchers Drew Rasmussen and Bryan Baker were already locked in, and now the team adds a fifth player: starting pitcher Nick Martinez, stepping in as an injury replacement for Boston’s Ranger Suarez. Martinez has been a revelation this year, posting a 7-2 record and a 2.61 ERA through 100 innings, showcasing elite control and consistency—even after a brief rough patch, he’s back on track. With Martinez now headed to the All-Star stage, the Rays’ pitching staff is proving they’re not just contenders, they’re serious World Series threats.

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