The Oakland A's will be represented by their pitching and catching duo of Sonny Gray and Stephen Vogt in the 2015 MLB All-Star Game.
Gray, 25, has been perhaps the biggest bright spot all season for the A's with his dominance on the mound. In 16 games started, Gray sports a 9-3 record with a 2.09 ERA.
Along with his minuscule ERA, Gray has also struck out 97 batters to 26 walks. The third-year right-hander will be making his first appearance in the All-Star Game.
After failing to get enough fan votes, journeyman Stephen Vogt, 30, will also be making his first All-Star Game.
Vogt has enjoyed a career-year with the A's behind the dish while also playing at first base too. In 80 games played, Vogt is hitting .290/.380/.882 with 13 home runs, 53 RBI, 39 runs scored, 75 hits, and 12 doubles.
Already this season, Vogt has celebrated career highs in plate appearances, home runs, RBI, runs scored, doubles and walks. He's also tied his personal bests in hits and triples, and will soon beat his high of 84 games played from last season.
Extremely thankful for being selected to this years ASG. This is one of those feelings you dream about. Thank everyone for the support!
— Sonny Gray (@SonnyGray2) July 6, 2015
Also congrats to my man @SVogt1229 as well! pic.twitter.com/rAtpiliMjq
— Sonny Gray (@SonnyGray2) July 6, 2015
So honored and excited to be named an MLB all star. This is a day I could have never dreamed of. Thanks to all who have believed in me!
— Stephen Vogt (@SVogt1229) July 6, 2015
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Here is the complete American League All-Star roster:
Starters:
C: Salvador Perez, Royals
1B: Miguel Cabrera, Tigers *Albert Pujols will start in Cabrera's place*
2B: Jose Altuve, Astros
3B: Josh Donaldson, Blue Jays
SS: Alcides Escobar, Royals
OF: Mike Trout, Angels
OF: Lorenzo Cain, Royals
OF: Alex Gordon, Royals
DH: Nelson Cruz, Mariners
[RELATED: Complete National League All-Star roster]
Reserves:
C: Russell Martin, Blue Jays
C: Stephen Vogt, Athletics
1B: Albert Pujols, Angels
1B: Mark Teixeira, Yankees
2B: Jason Kipnis, Indians
3B: Manny Machado, Orioles
SS: Jose Iglesias, Tigers
IF/OF: Brock Holt, Red Sox
OF: Jose Bautista, Blue Jays
OF: Adam Jones, Orioles
OF: J.D. Martinez, Tigers
DH: Prince Fielder, Rangers
Pitchers:
RHP: Chris Archer, Rays
RHP: Dellin Betances, Yankees
RHP: Brad Boxberger, Rays
LHP: Zach Britton, Orioles
RHP: Wade Davis, Royals
RHP: Sonny Gray: Athletics
RHP: Kelvin Herrera, Royals
RHP: Felix Hernandez, Mariners
LHP: Dallas Keuchel, Astros
RHP: Darren O'Day, Orioles
LHP: Glen Perkins, Twins
LHP: David Price, Tigers
LHP: Chris Sale, White Sox
Final Vote candidates:
SS: Xander Bogaerts, Red Sox
LF: Yoenis Cespedes, Tigers
2B: Brian Dozier, Twins
LF: Brett Gardner, Yankees
3B: Mike Moustakas, Royals
