MLB All-Star Voting: Final Predictions for All 30 Teams' Biggest All-Star Snub

Both the American League and National League have made public the latest results in fan balloting to select the starters for the All-Star Game on July 10.

With just a couple of days left before voting ends on Thursday at 11:59 p.m. ET, many positions are locked up while others are still too close to call.

Selections of starters and reserves will be made on Sunday.

As happens just about every year, ultimately there will be players left off each squad who would appear to have the qualifications to represent their team. However, with managers needing to make sure that each team is represented, more than a few players will be snubbed.

Here is our best guess at the one player from each MLB team who will likely be sitting at home during the All-Star break.

Arizona Diamondbacks: Aaron Hill

Fans of the Arizona Diamondbacks certainly realize that their team is underperforming this year—not one D-Back was voted into the top five at any position in recent results of National League All-Star balloting.

Since one member of the team has to be selected, my guess is that outfielder Jason Kubel gets the call, with a .299 average, 10 HR and a team-leading 46 RBI.

That leaves second baseman Aaron Hill as the likely snub.

Hill has enjoyed a resurgence this season, hitting .291 with 10 HR and 35 RBI. He seems to have found a home in Phoenix after struggling mightily in late 2010 and most of last season before his trade to the D-Backs from the Toronto Blue Jays.

Atlanta Braves: Martin Prado

The Atlanta Braves will likely have two automatic selections for the NL All-Star team on Sunday—second baseman Dan Uggla and closer Craig Kimbrel.

All-Star manager Tony LaRussa will then be left with selecting reserves. My guess is that Michael Bourn, Chipper Jones and Jason Heyward could be selected, but Martin Prado will be left out in the cold.

Prado has done just about everything you could ask for in a No. 2 hitter in the lineup—a .315 batting average, .378 OBP and a team-leading 19 doubles. Between Bourn and Prado, the middle of the order has been given ample opportunity all season long to drive in runs.

But it comes down to a numbers crunch, and for that, Prado will be disappointed.

Baltimore Orioles: Pedro Strop

Unless center fielder Adam Jones surges in voting for the American League All-Star in the next few days, the Baltimore Orioles will have to rely on manager Ron Washington to select him as a reserve.

Closer Jim Johnson is likely to be selected as well, but what about reliever Pedro Strop?

Strop has been a mainstay in the Orioles bullpen for manager Buck Showalter, posting a sparkling 1.32 ERA in 31 appearances, giving up just five earned runs on the season.

The Orioles bullpen is one of the reasons they currently enjoy a record of 41-31, but Strop could be the odd man out for the Orioles.

Boston Red Sox: Will Middlebrooks/Scott Atchison

The Boston Red Sox will have at least one representative at the All-Star game on July 10, but there should be at least two others.

Rookie third baseman Will Middlebrooks has been stellar since his call-up on May 2, hitting .324 with 9 HR and 34 RBI in just 42 games. His stellar debut helped facilitate the trade of incumbent third baseman Kevin Youkilis to the Chicago White Sox.

While the Red Sox bullpen struggled early, reliever Scott Atchison has been a stalwart all season long. In 31 appearances, Atchison is 2-0 with a 1.36 ERA.

Middle relievers rarely receive credit for their work—an All-Star selection for him would be nice to see.

Chicago Cubs: Alfonso Soriano

The Chicago Cubs will have no one in the starting lineup for the NL All-Star Game on July 10, but shortstop Starlin Castro could be selected as a reserve.

Castro is currently polling in third place among NL shortstops in latest results released by MLB.com, and could very well earn the selection by manager Tony LaRussa.

But what about outfielder Alfonso Soriano?

No one has hit more home runs since May 15 than Soriano, who now has 14 HR along with 44 RBI. It could be his third All-Star appearance in a Cubs uniform, and likely his last given the recent rumors.

Chicago White Sox: Jake Peavy

The Chicago White Sox won't have a representative in the starting lineup for the AL All-Star team on July 10, but first baseman Paul Konerko is likely to be picked as a reserve.

So too could pitcher Chris Sale, now 8-2 with a 2.24 ERA in 13 starts.

Does that leave fellow starter Jake Peavy out in the cold?

Peavy has cooled a bit since his fast start, now 6-4 with a 2.84 ERA in 15 starts. Still, after a miserable two seasons dealing with shoulder issues, Peavy has become a dominant force once again.

Adam Dunn could be a worthy selection as well with 23 HR and 53 RBI, but the .212 batting average doesn't help his cause.

Cincinnati Reds: None

The Cincinnati Reds will almost assuredly have three representatives at the All-Star Game on July 10—first baseman Joey Votto will be voted in by the fans, while second baseman Brandon Phillips and pitcher Johnny Cueto will probably both be selected as reserves by manager Tony LaRussa.

All three are certainly worthy of selection, but I don't see any other stars from the Reds who would qualify as snubs.

Possibly outfielder Jay Bruce, who is currently polling 14th among outfielders, but I wouldn't be outraged if he weren't selected as a reserve.

Cleveland Indians: Asdrubal Cabrera

The Indians also won't have a representative starting at the All-Star Game on July 10, but two stars could find themselves picked as reserves—second baseman Jason Kipnis and closer Chris Perez.

That could leave shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera on the outside looking in.

Cabrera is fourth in current polling among AL shortstops, but is it enough to earn a trip to Kansas City? Cabrera is currently hitting .291 with nine HR and 33 RBI.

Colorado Rockies: None

The Colorado Rockies won't have a representative starting at the All-Star Game.

With shortstop Troy Tulowitzki not available for the game due to groin surgery, even if he caught leader Rafael Furcal in fan voting for the position, Furcal would be the replacement.

Carlos Gonzalez, with his .327 average, 17 HR and 53 RBI, will almost certainly be the lone Rockies representative at the Midsummer Classic.

Detroit Tigers: Austin Jackson

For the Detroit Tigers, first baseman Prince Fielder appears to be the choice for the American League, with a 560,000 vote lead over Paul Konerko of the Chicago White Sox.

Justin Verlander and Miguel Cabrera are likely to be picked as reserves as well.

However, what about center fielder Austin Jackson?

Jackson is finally starting to show the skill that tempted the Tigers back in December 2009 when he was part of a three-team trade that saw Curtis Granderson depart for the New York Yankees.

Jackson is hitting .311 with seven HR and 30 RBI, a career-best .398 OBP and .919 OPS.

Houston Astros: Jed Lowrie

In his first full season as the second baseman for the Houston Astros, Jose Altuve has absolutely shined. Altuve is hitting .305 and is currently third in fan balloting for the starting nod for the NL All-Star team.

Altuve could find himself selected as a reserve by manager Tony LaRussa, but shortstop Jed Lowrie may not get the same call.

Lowrie leads shortstops in the National League with 14 home runs and is third with 33 RBI, yet Altuve well could be the lone Astros representative.

Kansas City Royals: Mike Moustakas

The 83rd MLB All-Star Game is taking place at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, but that doesn't mean the hometown Royals will be well represented.

Designated hitter Billy Butler could get the call, leading the team with 14 HR and 44 RBI along with a .297 average. Closer Jonathan Broxton could also get the nod, with 18 saves and a 1.57 ERA.

Mike Moustakas deserves a call as well. Moustakas ranks fifth in current fan voting, but I'm not sure if it's enough to get a call from manager Ron Washington.

Los Angeles Angels: Albert Pujols

The Los Angeles Angels won't have any starters at the All-Star Game on July 10, but they could have as many as four representatives in attendance. However, it could be the one not there who takes notice.

Rookie Mike Trout and Mark Trumbo should both be named as reserves. C.J. Wilson with a 9-4 record and 2.33 ERA, could be named as well.

So too could Jered Weaver with his 7-1 record and 2.40 ERA.

But Albert Pujols could be watching the game from home.

Pujols has rebounded from a horrible month of April, now hitting .261 with 12 HR and 46 RBI, but it may have been too little too late.

Los Angeles Dodgers: None

While Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp is currently leading all outfielders in voting for the NL All-Star team, GM Ned Colletti said on Tuesday that it was a "long shot" for Kemp to play in the Midsummer Classic.

The Dodgers could still be represented by Andre Ethier, currently polling fifth among outfielders, and Chris Capuano, now 9-2 with a 2.60 ERA.

Despite just a 5-3 record, I'd find it hard to believe that Clayton Kershaw would be left off the team, either. His 2.73 ERA and 1.007 WHIP are among the lowest in the league.

Miami Marlins: Omar Infante

The Miami Marlins may only have one player representing them at this year's All-Star Game on July 10—outfielder Giancarlo Stanton.

And even that's not a given. Stanton isn't even among the top 15 vote-getters in the outfield for the National League.

Second baseman Omar Infante is polling in fifth place among second baseman, and he could be a snub. Infante is hitting .292 thus far for the Marlins, and has arguably been their most consistent performer all season long.

Milwaukee Brewers: None

If outfielder Ryan Braun hangs on to his slim lead, he will be one of the Milwaukee Brewers' representatives at the All-Star Game on July 10.

Braun holds a slight lead over the surging Melky Cabrera of the San Francisco Giants, but even if Cabrera overtakes Braun, he'll be in Kansas City on July 10.

Ditto for Zack Greinke. By virtue of his 8-2 record and 2.81 ERA, he should be there as well.

Catcher Jonathan Lucroy certainly deserved a spot, but his broken hand in a freak hotel accident took care of that.

Minnesota Twins: Josh Willingham

It's entirely possible that the Minnesota Twins could have just one player representing them at this year's All-Star Game—catcher Joe Mauer.

Mauer is hitting .323 and has stayed relatively healthy all season long, a huge plus. He is currently second in fan balloting behind Texas Rangers catcher Mike Napoli.

Outfielder Josh Willingham has certainly stated a case for inclusion, hitting .275 with 15 HR and 49 RBI, but it may not be enough in a very crowded outfield.

New York Mets: Johan Santana

Third baseman David Wright appears to be in control of the starting nod at third base for the National League All-Star team, holding a 460,000 vote lead over Pablo Sandoval of the San Francisco Giants.

R.A. Dickey not only appears to be a lock to be named to the pitching staff, he could be named the starter as well.

The only player who could have a shot but be left off the squad is starter Johan Santana. While he is only 5-4, his 3.00 ERA, 1.133 WHIP and 90 strikeouts in 90 innings have been pretty special. The first no-hitter in franchise history doesn't hurt either.

New York Yankees: Ivan Nova

The Yankees will be represented by three starters at this year's All-Star Game—second baseman Robinson Cano, shortstop Derek Jeter and center fielder Curtis Granderson.

Starting pitcher C.C. Sabathia could be named to the pitching staff as well. One player who may not be there, however, is fellow starter Ivan Nova.

Nova entered the month of June with a 6-2 record but a high 5.60 ERA. However, Nova has been spectacular in June, with a 3-0 record and 1.27 ERA.

The record is certainly there at 9-2, but the overall 4.25 ERA might not get Nova to Kansas City.

Oakland Athletics: None

With Brandon McCarthy now on the disabled list with shoulder issues, the Oakland A's don't really have a standout performer that would merit inclusion on the American League All-Star team.

Outfielders Josh Reddick or Yoenis Cespedes would be the likely contenders to represent the team, but it will be only of them.

Philadelphia Phillies: Hunter Pence

The Philadelphia Phillies will have no one representing them as starters in this year's All-Star Game, but catcher Carlos Ruiz and pitcher Cole Hamels will likely earn a selection on Sunday.

One player who may not get the call is right fielder Hunter Pence. Despite a .275 average, 13 HR and 43 RBI, Pence may be watching from home with eight outfielders ahead of him in fan balloting and roster spots limited.

Pence could be named due to injuries, however.

Pittsburgh Pirates: James McDonald

With a .339 batting average, 13 HR and 46 RBI, center fielder Andrew McCutchen should be an easy selection as representative of the Pittsburgh Pirates at the All-Star Game on July 10.

Closer Joel Hanrahan should earn inclusion as well with a 2.25 ERA and 19 saves.

I'm not sure how manager Tony LaRussa will decide, obviously, but pitcher James McDonald should also be included.

A 6-3 record, 2.19 ERA, 0.952 WHIP and just 62 hits given up in 90.1 innings seems like All-Star stuff to me.

Hopefully, LaRussa will feel the same.

San Diego Padres: None

If you had to pick one player from the San Diego Padres who would represent the team at this year's All-Star Game, who would it be?

Anyone?

Bueller?

Anyone?

Okay, if you put a gun to my head and asked me to pick a name, I'd have to say Huston Street.

While he missed a month due to injury, when healthy Street has been stellar, with a 1.50 ERA and 11 saves. Street has given up just eight hits in 18 innings while striking out 23 as well.

San Francisco Giants: Ryan Vogelsong

The San Francisco Giants are likely to have as many as five representatives at this year's All-Star Game in Kansas City.

Catcher Buster Posey, left fielder Melky Cabrera, pitchers Matt Cain, Madison Bumgarner and Santiago Casilla could all be representing the Giants.

Ryan Vogelsong should be joining them.

As of this writing, Vogelsong had pitched seven scoreless innings against the Los Angeles Dodgers late Tuesday night, lowering his ERA to 2.23.

While it might be a stretch to include four pitchers from the Giants, Vogelsong absolutely deserves consideration.

Seattle Mariners: None

There are currently no members of the Seattle Mariners polling anywhere near the top of fan balloting for the upcoming MLB All-Star Game in Kansas City.

Not even right fielder Ichiro Suzuki—who earned 10 straight All-Star selections—is even close, currently polling 11th among outfielders.

In fact, the lone representative for the Mariners could come from their bullpen.

Charlie Furbush has been simply outstanding, posting a 2.01 ERA in 27 appearances, giving up just 13 total hits in 31.1 innings of work. Opponents are only hitting .123 off Furbush as well.

St. Louis Cardinals: Matt Holliday

Shortstop Rafael Furcal and right fielder Carlos Beltran appear well on their way toward capturing a starting berth for the National League in the upcoming All-Star Game.

Catcher Yadier Molina will likely be selected as well, and starter Kyle Lohse merits consideration, with a 7-2 record and 2.82 ERA.

David Freese, on the basis of his 13 HR, 46 RBI and .281 batting average could also be selected.

The player left in the lurch could be left fielder Matt Holliday. Despite a .304 average, 12 HR and 47 RBI, Holliday could be a victim of the numbers crunch.

Tampa Bay Rays: Matthew Joyce

The Tampa Bay Rays only have one player polling in the top five at their position in fan balloting for the American League All-Star team, and that's injured third baseman Evan Longoria, who will not be in attendance.

David Price and Fernando Rodney could be selected by manager Ron Washington. Price is 10-4 with a 2.95 ERA, while Rodney has been lights out all season long, posting 21 saves with a 1.07 ERA.

Matthew Joyce—currently on the disabled list with a back injury—was hitting .279 with 11 HR and 34 RBI before his DL stint. Manager Ron Washington should name Joyce to the team despite not being able to play.

Texas Rangers: Joe Nathan

Mike Napoli, Josh Hamilton and Adrian Beltre are all leading vote-getters in fan balloting for the American League All-Star team, with Nelson Cruz giving Jose Bautista a run for his money in the third outfield position.

Matt Harrison and Yu Darvish could both be in line for selections to the pitching staff as well.

One player who deserves to be selected but may be left at home is closer Joe Nathan.

Now fully recuperated from Tommy John surgery two years ago, Nathan has been outstanding in his first year with the Rangers, posting a 1.99 ERA with 17 saves.

Washington may defer to closers Chris Perez, Jim Johnson, Fernando Rodney and Jonathan Broxton ahead of Nathan, however.

Toronto Blue Jays: Ricky Romero

The Toronto Blue Jays could have two players representing them at this year's All-Star Game in Kansas City—right fielder Jose Bautista and designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion.

Bautista is in a battle for the remaining outfield spot in fan balloting, leading Nelson Cruz of the Texas Rangers by just 90,000 votes. If Cruz wins out, Bautista will likely earn selection as a reserve.

Ditto for Encarnacion, whose bat carried the Jays for the better part of the first third of the season. With 21 HR and 51 RBI, Encarnacion has already surpassed last year's full-season numbers.

It's possible that Ricky Romero could be left off the squad. Despite a 9-1 record, Romero has a 4.34 ERA and relatively high 4.3 BB/9 rate. The record alone may not be enough to get him to Kansas City.

Washington Nationals: Edwin Jackson

The Washington Nationals are likely to have three representatives at the All-Star Game, but if one of them isn't named, heads might roll.

Starting pitchers Gio Gonzalez and Stephen Strasburg would appear to be strong candidates for manager Tony LaRussa's pitching staff, each with nine wins and each with ERAs north of 2.60.

The man who LaRussa needs to select as a reserve is rookie phenom Bryce Harper. Even Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels, who famously hit Harper and admitted to it, said that Harper has his vote.

Starter Edwin Jackson also merits consideration, but his 4-4 record will likely keep him at home. Jackson has been terrific, posting a 2.91 ERA, 1.036 WHIP and has given up just 70 hits in 92.2 innings. Lack of run support hurt his won-loss record, and will likely hurt his All-Star chances as well.

Doug Mead is a featured columnist with Bleacher Report. His work has been featured on the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, SF Gate, CBS Sports, the Los Angeles Times and the Houston Chronicle.

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