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

By Ryan Gaydos

MLB All-Star Game: 5 Reasons Why Josh Donaldson Doesn't Belong

Josh Donaldson — Josh Donaldson is one of the best third basemen in the league, but for him to be in the All-Star Game, let alone starting, is a bit of a head-scratcher.

5. Batting Average

Josh Donaldson all-star

5. Batting Average

Josh Donaldson all-star — 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.

4. No All-Star Stats

Josh Donaldson Oakland

4. No All-Star Stats

Josh Donaldson Oakland — 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.

3. Not The AL's Best Third Baseman

Josh Donaldson Athletics

3. Not The AL's Best Third Baseman

Josh Donaldson Athletics — 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.

2. Defense Is Down

Josh Donaldson Oakland

2. Defense Is Down

Josh Donaldson Oakland — 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.

1. Better Options To Choose From

Josh Donaldson All-Star

1. Better Options To Choose From

Josh Donaldson 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.

Ryan Gaydos is a columnist for RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter, “like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

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