What happened: Zack Wheeler said he declined an invitation to join the NL All-Star roster, telling reporters he felt "disrespected" after being snubbed multiple times in past seasons. Wheeler said the league reached out Friday, adding he wasn't going to be "the fifth option."

Why it matters: The stance comes days after Wheeler struck out 14 as the Phillies trail Atlanta by two games in the NL East, giving his frustration over prior All-Star treatment added weight given his recent form. Turning down a late add-on underscores how personally he took being passed over before.

What to watch: Wheeler remains on track for his scheduled Sunday start for Philadelphia, and the NL All-Star roster will proceed without him.