Andrew Abbott, a starter for the Cincinnati Reds, celebrated being named to the National League All-Star team as a replacement for Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Abbott's teammates embraced him with excitement following the news, particularly during a tough game against the Miami Marlins where the Reds suffered a heavy loss.

Abbott's impressive season, boasting a 7-1 record with a 2.15 ERA and one complete game in 15 starts, positioned him as a deserving All-Star. His manager, Terry Francona, expressed pride in Abbott's accomplishment, emphasizing the joy it brought to the team amid their struggles.