Athletics' Nick Kurtz Earns First All-Star Selection

Kurtz's breakout season earns national recognition.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 51 min read

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What happened: Nick Kurtz has earned his first All-Star selection with the Athletics. He will start at first base after receiving the most player votes at the position.

Why it matters: The honor establishes Kurtz as a centerpiece of the Athletics' lineup. His selection gives the club representation among the league's premier players.

By the numbers: Kurtz is batting .279 with a .422 on-base percentage, .516 slugging percentage and .938 OPS through 86 games. He has 19 home runs, 64 RBIs and 60 runs scored.

What to watch: Kurtz is set to make his All-Star debut July 14.

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