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Zack Wheeler declares All-Star Game availability despite scheduled Sunday start

Wheeler pushes back on Sunday starter rule.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 91 min read
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If Zack Wheeler is on the NL All-Star team, he said today he would be available to pitch Tuesday after making his start

What happened: Zack Wheeler stated Thursday he would be available to pitch in Tuesday's All-Star Game despite his scheduled Sunday start. The declaration serves as a public counter to the league policy that currently keeps him off the roster.

Why it matters: MLB enforces a rule that effectively renders pitchers ineligible for the exhibition if they throw two days prior. Wheeler criticized the policy this week after other arms were chosen as replacements.

By the numbers: The pitcher holds a 9-1 record and a 2.28 ERA across 87 innings this season.

What to watch: The rosters are expected to remain set as the league prepares for Tuesday's exhibition.

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