Dustin Pedroia To Miss 2009 All-Star Game

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After missing a game Monday to be by his wife's side as was she hospitalized with early labor complications, news broke that second baseman Dustin Pedroia could miss Tuesday's MLB All-Star Game due to the ongoing situation.

ESPN confirmed this morning that the reigning AL MVP will not be going to St. Louis, and will stay behind to be with wife Kelly instead. Tampa Bay first baseman Carlos Pena will take his place on the roster, his first All-Star nomination.

Pedroia was voted in by the fans to start the game. He is currently hitting .300 with 40 RBI, 64 runs scored and 14 stolen bases. Going into Sunday's game, he is 13 for his last 27 (.481) with two home runs, six doubles, a triple and five RBI in his last six games.

Expect Toronto second baseman Aaron Hill (.295/20 home runs/60 RBI/52 runs) to get the start in Pedroia's place.

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