Star Game, Aroldis Chapman was the only one who opted to play. As a result, the veteran closer found himself playing a pivotal role in a unique, historic, and delightfully zany 95th Midsummer Classic.

Rosenthal wrote in his All-Star game selection predictions for The Athletic that he thinks three Red Sox players will represent the organization on July 15 in Atlanta: Starting pitcher Garrett Crochet, reliever Aroldis Chapman and outfielder Wilyer Abreu.

Featured in the All-Star break edition of MLB Power Rankings, Jacob Misiorowski and Aaron Judge make history for different reasons, the Phillies do Cristopher Sánchez a solid, the Red Sox are suddenly the hottest team in the majors, the Angels surprise with their decision for the No. 2 pick, and the Rockies absolutely nail it.