MLB First-Half MVPs Beyond All-Stars

Despite Paul Skenes being Pittsburgh's lone All-Star representative, his rotation mate Braxton Ashcraft has posted a lower ERA and more strikeouts. Meanwhile, Brandon Lowe and Bryan Reynolds have transformed the Pirates' offense from MLB's worst last season to one of the best this year, yet both were snubbed from All-Star consideration.

Elsewhere, Bobby Witt Jr. leads the American League in WAR for the struggling Royals, while Juan Soto anchors the Mets' offense with NL-leading on-base percentage and OPS. Colorado's Hunter Goodman ranks second in NL home runs but is the Rockies' sole All-Star representative, and Reds pitcher Chase Burns stands out with a 10-1 record and 2.40 ERA despite his team's rotation struggles. capturengo.org