What happened: During All-Star Media Day on Monday, Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers addressed his placement in the No. 3 spot of the American League batting order. The catcher expressed surprise at holding the assignment during his first appearance at the annual contest.
Why it matters: The lineup placement follows fan voting that selected Shea Langeliers, who earned his first All-Star start earlier in July. He represents the lone starting position player for an Athletics team that entered the break with a 36-51 record.
By the numbers: Langeliers has hit 21 home runs this season, leading all American League catchers. The Athletics average 4.3 runs per contest while allowing 5.7 across 87 games.
What to watch: Langeliers will take his first at-bat in the No. 3 spot when the American League faces the National League in the All-Star Game.