Kansas City Royals right-hander Michael Wacha’s selection to the All-Star team marks a significant achievement, showcasing his perseverance over 14 years. Wacha, who first appeared in the All-Star Game in 2015, joins the rare group of players with a 10-year gap between selections, alongside Bert Blyleven and Schoolboy Rowe. At 35, he holds a 5-6 record with a 3.45 ERA and 91 strikeouts in 114.2 innings this season.
