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Wheeler Snubbed by All-Star Rules | Philadelphia Phillies News
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Zack Wheeler’s stellar season—marked by a 0.91 WHIP and 98 strikeouts in 87 innings—was overshadowed when he was snubbed from the All-Star Game, not due to performance, but because league rules barred him from pitching on game day after his scheduled Sunday start. When offered a replacement spot, Wheeler refused, calling the process disrespectful. He joins a growing list of Phillies pitchers, including Cristopher Sanchez last year, who’ve been overlooked for the same scheduling reason—despite the team honoring them with All-Star bonuses. The controversy exposes deeper flaws in the All-Star selection system, raising questions about fairness, player recognition, and how legacy and contracts are impacted by rigid rules.
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