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The Philadelphia Phillies are angered by MLB's selection of rookie Jacob Misiorowski to the All-Star game, believing their deserving pitchers Cristopher Sánchez and Ranger Suárez were unfairly snubbed. Sánchez and Suárez both declined invitations to pitch due to scheduling conflicts, a decision MLB claims prevents them from being named All-Stars despite their strong performances. Phillies players argue this decision prioritizes marketability over merit, undermining the All-Star game's prestige. The situation highlights a conflict between MLB's focus on spectacle and the players' desire for recognition based on performance.

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