We all have to be beyond being surprised or outraged by the All-Star selections and snubs by now. After all, it happens every year. No matter the selection process, there is always going to be a deserving player who isn't selected and there is always going to be a player with less-than-overwhelming credentials who winds up on the team. (Full article: 1238 words)

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