Andrew Abbott of the Cincinnati Reds has earned his first MLB All-Star selection as a replacement for Yoshinobu Yamamoto. With an impressive record of 7-1 and a 2.15 ERA in 15 starts, Abbott's contribution has been crucial for the Reds, especially in the absence of their Opening Day starter, Hunter Greene, who is sidelined due to injury. Abbott expressed pride in representing his family and the Reds, acknowledging the work put in by his teammates who also deserved recognition.

The Reds will send another representative to the All-Star game, Elly De La Cruz, marking another year of multiple All-Star selections for the team following Greene's selection last season.