Clement’s gonna be an All-Star:
Just six days ago, Red Sox manager Terry Francona was “crushed” and Boston right-hander Matt Clement was “disappointed” because the latter fell short in his bid to make his first All-Star team. As it turns out, the story has a happy ending.
Clement will indeed join American League All-Star manager Francona, and teammates Johnny Damon, David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez and Jason Varitek, for the All-Star festivities in Detroit.
While Clement said he looks up to the way Roy Halladay approaches the game, the Toronto ace’s left leg fracture (suffered Friday night) is what led to Clement’s All-Star spot. Because Clement had the most votes on the Players Ballot of any pitcher not selected, he was the first choice to fill the void left by Halladay. (MLB.com)
Wow, apparently Tito really has no control over All-Star roster spots. Timlin’s gonna get screwed.