Star Game, Aroldis Chapman was the only one who opted to play. As a result, the veteran closer found himself playing a pivotal role in a unique, historic, and delightfully zany 95th Midsummer Classic.

Boston’s three All-Star selections match last year’s total when Rafael Devers, Jarren Duran and Tanner Houck all made it. The last time a first-year Red Sox player was named an All-Star was just two years ago when Kenley Jansen represented the American League after signing a two-year free-agent deal the winter prior.

Featured in the All-Star break edition of MLB Power Rankings, Jacob Misiorowski and Aaron Judge make history for different reasons, the Phillies do Cristopher Sánchez a solid, the Red Sox are suddenly the hottest team in the majors, the Angels surprise with their decision for the No. 2 pick, and the Rockies absolutely nail it.