What happened: The Los Angeles Angels have officially launched a promotional push for shortstop Zach Neto as 2026 MLB All-Star voting enters its second week. Neto, who recently returned from a neck injury sustained in late May, is currently positioned 10th among American League shortstops in the initial ballot tally with over 126,000 votes.

Why it matters: The campaign aims to boost Neto into the top tier of a crowded AL shortstop field led by Bobby Witt Jr. and Andrés Giménez. Despite a recent offensive slump, Neto remains a cornerstone of the Angels' middle infield as the club navigates a challenging first half that sees them sitting at 29-44 through mid-June.

What to watch: Fans can vote for Neto up to five times daily through June 29, when Phase 1 of the All-Star selection process concludes. The Angels finish their road series against the Diamondbacks on Wednesday before returning home to face the Brewers.