MLB still has the best All-Star Game, but that doesn’t mean it’s perfect. Far from it.&nbsp;

The fan voting is much improved, but the league selection process needs work. Seiya Suzuki, Michael Busch, Cristopher Sánchez and of course Juan Soto shouldn’t be sitting home while MLB invites middle relievers and a just-promoted rookie.&nbsp;

Some veteran players aren’t thrilled to see the uber-talented fireballing rookie Jacob Misiorowski <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/07/12/sports/brewers-rookie-jacob-misiorowski-makes-all-star-game-in-mlb-controversy/">make it as a replacement after five MLB starts</a>. Many fans will enjoy The Miz. But merit should rule, not marketing.&nbsp;

MLB still has the best All-Star Game, but that doesn’t mean it’s perfect. Far from it. {ai:summary}<p>MLB's All-Star Game remains the best among major sports, yet it has notable flaws. While fan voting has improved, the selection process is criticized for excluding deserving players like Seiya Suzuki and Juan Soto in favor of lesser-known middle relievers and rookies.</p><p>Veterans express dissatisfaction with the inclusion of rookie Jacob Misiorowski, suggesting that merit should take precedence over marketing. The league's approach to selections raises questions about fairness and the criteria used for All-Star invitations. #sports</p>

MLB All-Star Game selection needs work to promote merit over marketing

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