Brewers catcher William Contreras earns third All-Star selection

Milwaukee’s catcher returns to the Midsummer Classic.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 51 min read

Wild Bill gets his THIRD All-Star nod ⭐️ Congrats, William! @Wcontreras42 https://t.co/sSQAMNaRIE Via @Brewers on X

What happened: William Contreras was selected as a National League reserve for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. It is the third All-Star honor of his career.

Why it matters: The selection reinforces Contreras’ standing among the National League’s top catchers. He joins Milwaukee’s representation for the July 14 game in Philadelphia.

By the numbers: Contreras has nine home runs, 51 RBIs and an NL-catching-best 1.9 WAR in 2026.

What to watch: Roster replacements remain possible before the All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park.

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@Brewers 2026-07-05T07:07:26.978499+00:00

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