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Skenes, Misiorowski, Ohtani all could miss All-Star mound appearances. 4 Dodgers elected to start
By Ronald Blum, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 4, 2026
· 5 min read
Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes, Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski and the Dodgers' two-way star Shohei Ohtani all could miss All-Star mound appearances because of starts next weekend, while four players from the World Series champion Dodgers were voted to the National League’s starting lineup.Los Angeles A...
Key takeaway , among four All-Stars from the American League champion Toronto Blue Jays, said he will skip the July 14 game at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park to rest a bad back that has bothered him for much of the season.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The selection of four Dodgers players to the National League's starting lineup may have implications for local baseball fans in Alamo Heights , who often follow the fortunes of teams with Texas connections. While the Dodgers' success may not directly impact the local community, the All-Star game's scheduling conflicts could affect the viewing habits of residents who tune in to watch top players like Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout. As the summer baseball season heats up, Alamo Heights residents may be interested in tracking the progress of these All-Stars, particularly if they have ties to the San Antonio area or have played in local stadiums. The fact that several selected players, including Ohtani and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., may miss the game due to injuries or scheduling conflicts, could also spark discussions among local baseball enthusiasts about the challenges of balancing player health with the demands of the MLB season.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes, Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski and the Dodgers' two-way star Shohei Ohtani all could miss All-Star mound appearances because of starts next weekend, while four players from the World Series champion Dodgers were voted to the National League’s starting lineup.Los Angeles A...
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