Juan Soto, one of the highest-paid players in MLB at over $100 million this season, was surprisingly left off this year’s All-Star roster. Despite his stellar June performance—hitting .322 with a league-leading 1.196 OPS and 11 home runs—he did not earn the $100,000 bonus that comes with an All-Star selection. Teammates Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso, and Edwin Diaz are advocating for him, citing his deserving numbers.

Soto's early season struggles may have weighed heavily in the voting process, despite significant improvements by mid-May. While fan voting primarily drives All-Star selections, the input from players and officials can influence the decision. Soto remains optimistic about potentially making the roster as a replacement, especially with Ronald Acuña Jr.'s recent back issues. Manager Carlos Mendoza also expressed frustration over Soto's omission, reaffirming that he is an All-Star in the team's eyes.