What happened: Cleveland endorsed Brayan Rocchio for an All-Star selection. The franchise campaigned for the infielder as midsummer roster decisions approach.
Why it matters: The advocacy aligns with recent All-Star voting efforts from the club. Rocchio has established himself as a regular presence in the Cleveland infield during the first half of the season.
By the numbers: Rocchio hit a two-run homer on July 3 to keep a series against the White Sox level at 2-2.
What to watch: Final All-Star rosters will be determined in the coming days.