The Phillies will defend their own; all along, players and coaches have been disappointed that Cristopher Sánchez, Ranger Suárez and Trea Turner were not named All-Stars.

National League All-Star manager Dave Roberts said including Milwaukee rookie right-hander Jacob Misiorowski on his team was “an easy answer” despite complaints from some players over his inclusion a...

Misiorowski said Monday he wasn’t offended. “They’re not upset with me,” he said, adding he is as surprised as anyone to find himself in Atlanta for Tuesday night’s game.