5 Reasons Why Josh Donaldson Does Not Belong In The MLB All-Star Game

Among all of his AL teammates, Josh Donaldson has the lowest batting average. Surprisingly, he is not a very good hitter for someone who is on a team like the Athletics.

Aside from his 19 homers, Josh Donaldson is only in the top five in the AL in runs with 58. Him starting in the All-Star game because of homers and runs scored is a bit confusing.

Josh Donaldson may have gotten voted to start by his colleagues, but it does not make him the best third baseman in the league. Adrian Beltre will be his backup in the game, and you could argue that Evan Longoria was snubbed.

Josh Donaldson committed 16 errors in 414 chances last year at third base. However, he has committed 15 errors in 286 chances. Defense should definitely not be the deciding factor in the All-Star Game, but it is something to consider. It is part of what makes a player an All-Star.

Josh Donaldson may be a fan favorite for the All-Star Game, but there are better options to choose from. Aside from Evan Longoria, Donaldson could have been bumped down or even replaced by Chris Sale, who has better numbers as a pitcher than Donaldson as a batter.