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Nationals lean on 'Gus Bus' hype in All-Star voting push

Washington rallies fans behind its All-Star ballot.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 91 min read
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gus bus go VROOOOM https://t.co/DsjzpfGNqL

What happened: The Washington Nationals' account posted a playful "gus bus go VROOOOM" message to its followers. The post lands amid the team's ongoing All-Star voting campaign urging fans to cast ballots multiple times a day.

Why it matters: Clubs lean on social-media pushes to boost their players' All-Star selection odds, since fan voting carries weight in the final tally. Engagement campaigns like this one are a routine part of the lead-up to the All-Star Game.

What to watch: Watch whether the voting push translates into selections when All-Star ballot results are announced.

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