Carlos Pena

2009 MLB All-Star Game Snubs

In a game that is more for its entertainment value than anything else, it is surprising to not have the American League leader in home runs be included. If Pena does not get voted in by the fans, he would be the first AL home run leader since 1993 not to appear in the All-Star Game. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

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Carlos Pena In a game that is more for its entertainment value than anything else, it is surprising to not have the American League leader in home runs be included. If Pena does not get voted in by the fans, he would be the first AL home run leader since 1993 not to appear in the All-Star Game. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Ian Kinsler Being ranked in the top three for AL second basemen in home runs, RBI's, stolen bases, and total bases would normally warrant an All-Star Game selection. However, Kinsler has to rely on the Final Man Vote to be participating in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Kevin Slowey Getting to 10 wins by the All-Star Break is no small achievement, which is why it is difficult to understand why Slowey was left off the American League roster. It is even more difficult to understand when Tim Wakefield was selected with comparable numbers to Slowey's. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Trevor Hoffman After being let go by the Padres after the 2008 season, the Brewers closer is out to prove that he still has plenty left in the tank. His 18 saves are a big reason why Milwaukee is in first place in the NL central. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
Miguel Cabrera While he plays at arguably the deepest position in the American League, Cabrera's name deserves to be on American League manager Joe Maddon's card thanks to his .323 batting average. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Pablo Sandoval The man they call 'Kung Fu Panda' is a big reason the Giants are leading the wild-card chase in the National League. Boasting a .333 average and a .954 OPS, Sandoval is an integral part of the resurgent Giants. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Kevin Millwood While we knew the Rangers would have a potent offense this year, it's their pitching that has kept them in the AL West race. Millwood has been the anchor of the staff, posting the firth-best ERA and logging the third-most innings pitched in the league. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Mark Reynolds Tied for second in MLB in home runs with 24, Reynolds has been one of the lone bright spots for the underachieving Diamondbacks. Reynolds is also one of only three players to this point to have hit at least 20 home runs and stolen at least 10 bases. But he'll have to rely on the fan vote for a ticket to St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Johnny Cueto This year has been a breakthrough season for Cueto as he has emerged as the ace of the Reds' pitching staff. He currently holds the fourth-lowest ERA in the National League. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Adam Lind The 25-year-old Blue Jays outfielder is enjoying a breakout year. Batting in the three-hole for Toronto, Lind has put up outstanding first-half numbers with 18 home runs and 59 RBIs. If you think Lind was robbed, you have until Thursday to vote him in. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press,Darren Calabrese)
Matt Kemp With Manny Ramirez out for 50 games due to a steroids suspension, Kemp has risen to the occasion to pick up the offensive slack. Kemp has put together a first half that includes: a .305 average, 10 HRs, 44 RBI's, 19 SBs, and 8 outfield assists. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Brandon Inge Inge has been one of the real surprises this year in the American League. Known mostly as a utility journeyman, Inge has had a career year with 19 HRs and 54 RBIs thus far. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Shane Victorino The "Flyin' Hawaiian" has been contributing both in the field and at the plate wherever manager Charlie Manuel sticks him in the lineup. With Jimmy Rollins struggling, Victorino has taken over the role of spark plug for the Phillies offense. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)
Chone Figgins Super-utility man Chone Figgins could be a prized asset for the American League All-Stars if he is selected from the Final Vote ballot. With his ability to play multiple positions and wreak havoc on the base paths, Figgins could be crucial if another long, extra-inning affair takes place like last year. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Juan Pierre Expectations were low for Pierre when he was asked to fill the massive left-field void caused by Manny Ramirez' steroid suspension. Pierre has certainly delivered in a big way with a .328 average, .386 on-base percentage and 23 stolen bases. Some would argue that he has been the Dodgers' MVP for the first half of the season. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Cristian Guzman Guzman has been one of the few bright spots for the otherwise disappointing Nationals. He has consistently been ranked in the top 10 in average in the National League and is currently batting at a .318 clip. (AP Photo/Bill Boyce)
Brian Wilson The Giants have gotten off to a fine start this season thanks to their ability to finish games. This can be directly attributed to the success of reliever Brian Wilson who has converted 21 of his 25 save opportunities. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)