What happened: The American League finalized its order for the 96th Midsummer Classic in Philadelphia, positioning the two hitters in consecutive middle-order slots for the 8 p.m. ET broadcast on FOX. Ben Rice assumes the seventh spot just one day after his first-round exit in the Home Run Derby.

Why it matters: Cody Bellinger earned his starting role after pacing American League outfielders with 41 RBIs through early June during Aaron Judge's injury absence. The consecutive placement provides the American League with back-to-back power threats in the lower third of the order as both hitters enter the break following All-Star voting pushes.

What to watch: Live coverage of the 96th MLB All-Star Game begins at 8 p.m. ET on FOX from Philadelphia.