All-Star Game

Alfonso Soriano and Derrek Lee will represent the Chicago Cubs at the All-Star Game in San Francisco on July 10. Both were selected by player votes, which show what the active rosters think about the guys they play against. This is a measure of playing skill that departs from the media hype that may affect what the fans think. For example, the fans think Barry Bonds ranks higher than Soriano because they also think the home run is really important. The home run may cause the pulse to go up, but singles win ball games.