Still-too-early 2023 MLB All-Stars: Full roster predictions - ESPN
We're back with the latest edition of the still-too-early All-Star selections for the upcoming 2023 MLB All-Star Game.
This time we're selecting entire rosters following the All-Star roster rules: 32 players, including 20 position players (at least two at every position, including designated hitter) and 12 pitchers (four relievers). Players will be considered only at the positions they are listed at on the official All-Star ballot, and each team must have a representative. Yes, you can make your A's joke here.
Let's get right into it and break down who you might see July 11 in Seattle.
American League Starters
C: Adley Rutschman, Baltimore Orioles
I suspect this will be the first of many All-Star appearances for Rutschman and likely the first of many All-Star starts. He doesn't have elite exit velocity, so he might never be a big power guy, but he's going to produce on-base percentages around .400 for the next decade. Most career starts for All-Star catchers: Ivan Rodriguez (12), Yogi Berra (11), Johnny Bench (10), Mike Piazza (10).