The 10 Worst MLB All-Stars of the Last 10 Years

The numbers: .296, .326, .383, 2 HR, 33 R, 32 RBI

Bottom line: Sanchez’s numbers took a dive after leading the National League in batting average in 2006. He played like a run-of-the-mill infielder, but, thanks to the Pirates' lack of talent, and Sanchez’s one-year track record, he was voted in as their representative.

5. Ron Coomer—1B, Minnesota, 1999

The numbers: .282, .312, .458, 11 HR, 27 R, 37 RBI

Bottom line: The Twins went 63-97, so the fact that Coomer was their best player isn’t so surprising. Aside from his on-base percentage, his numbers aren’t terrible, but you'd expect to get better numbers from an All-Star splitting time between first and third base.

4. Cesar Izturis—SS, Los Angeles, 2005

The numbers: .275, .322, .338, 1 HR, 38 R, 20 RBI

Bottom line: Izturis started off 2005 on a tear, hitting .345 as late as June 1. Unfortunately, he proceeded to hit .105 in June, dropping his average .070 points in one month. By the time the All-Star game came around, his numbers had completely tanked, but he made the team nonetheless.

3. Mark Redman—SP, Kansas City, 2006

The numbers: 6-4, 5.27 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, 32 Ks, 82 IP

Bottom Line: Redman was the ace of the Royals’ staff in 2006. Look at his numbers, and you can see why Kansas City struggled that year. He was even worse in the second half. He’s a classic example of someone who is an All-Star solely based on what team he played for.

2. Mike Williams—RP, Pittsburgh, 2003

The numbers: 1-3, 6.44 ERA, 25 saves, 1.74 WHIP, 19 Ks, 36.1 IP

Bottom line: Like Wilson, he was only nominated for having a large number of saves; however, Williams’ numbers make Brian Wilson look like Mariano Rivera. Pittsburgh finally learned from its mistake of pitching Williams so often by moving him to Philadelphia soon after the All-Star game.

1. Jason Varitek—C, Boston, 2008

The numbers: .219, .301, .360, 7 HRs, 18 R, 27 RBI

Bottom line: Varitek has by far the worst numbers of any offensive All-Star. It’s not like he’s an All-Star every year. This is a respect nomination; he hasn’t made the team since 2005. That, coincidentally, is the last time Francona managed the American League All-Stars.

Honorable Mention

2002: Robert Fick

2003: Shawn Chacon

2003: Rondell White

2003: Dmitri Young

2004: Ted Lilly

2005: Scott Podsednik

2006: Jose Lopez

2006: Mark Loretta

To contact Mackenzie, please post on his profile, e-mail mackenzie.kraemer@villanova.edu, or visit www.jetsdaily.com.

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