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Zack Wheeler Misses All-Star Game Due to Sunday Rule | Philadelphia Phillies News
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Zack Wheeler’s dominant season—nine wins, a 2.28 ERA, and All-Star-worthy performance—is being sidelined by a 2010 rule that bars Sunday starters from the All-Star Game. Despite missing time due to injury and Philadelphia hosting this year, Wheeler, calling the rule “kind of B.S.,” feels he deserves to play. Critics argue the rule, meant to protect pitchers, is outdated and unnecessary for an exhibition game focused on entertainment and player recognition. MLB could easily adjust eligibility to include Sunday starters, letting deserving athletes like Wheeler shine—and maybe even spark a broader rethink of outdated policies.
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