‘I'm not gonna be disrespected': Zack Wheeler declines late All-Star invite
Zack Wheeler declines a late All-Star Game invitation, citing a refusal to serve as a fifth-option replacement following his initial omission.
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Zack Wheeler has formally rejected an invitation to participate in the All-Star Game. This decision follows his initial exclusion from the roster, leading the pitcher to state that he will not accept a late selection.
Coverage from ESPN, USA Today, NBC Sports Philadelphia, and Inquirer.com highlights the player's frustration regarding the selection process. Reporting also notes that teammate Garrett Stubbs produced T-shirts featuring the quote regarding the snub, expressing public support for Wheeler's inclusion.
It remains to be seen if the league will adjust the roster further following this rejection. Coverage does not yet specify the identity of the player who may replace Wheeler or how the vacant spot will be filled.
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Quick answers
Why did Zack Wheeler decline the All-Star invite?
He stated he did not want to be a fifth option or disrespected after being left off the initial roster.
What is Garrett Stubbs' role in this situation?
According to Inquirer.com, he had T-shirts made featuring Wheeler's quote to show support for his teammate.
Was this an initial selection for Wheeler?
No, coverage describes the invitation as a late offer following his initial snub.
Coverage (6)
- Phillies' Zack Wheeler Calls Late All-Star Nod 'Pity Party' Sports Illustrated · 22h ago
- Zack Wheeler turned down MLB’s offer to be added to the All-Star Game: ‘I’m not going to be disrespected’ Inquirer.com · 22h ago
- Garrett Stubbs got T-shirts made of Zack Wheeler’s quote after his All-Star snub: ‘He should be in there’ Inquirer.com · 22h ago
- Zack Wheeler declines All-Star Game invite: 'Not gonna be disrespected' USA Today · 22h ago
- Zack Wheeler rejects All-Star Game invite after snubs: 'Not gonna be the fifth option' ESPN · 22h ago
- ‘I'm not gonna be disrespected': Zack Wheeler declines late All-Star invite NBC Sports Philadelphia · 22h ago
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