Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz among final MLB All-Star additions - UPI.com

July 8 (UPI) -- Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes and Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz were among the phenoms added to the 2024 MLB All-Star Game with the league announcing pitchers and reserves.

MLB finalized the 32-player National League and American League rosters Sunday, and they'll compete July 16 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.

Skenes and De La Cruz were among 32 first-time All-Star selections. Skenes, Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga and San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill are the only rookie All-Stars.

The Philadelphia Phillies, who have the best record (58-32) in baseball, totaled a league-best seven All-Star selections.

Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz among final MLB All-Star additions - UPI.com

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