Phillies' Trea Turner Not Included in NL 2025 All-Star Roster

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner, currently batting .299 with 11 home runs and leading the National League in hits and stolen bases, was widely considered one of the biggest snubs from the 2025 MLB All-Star Game roster. Despite his strong offensive and defensive performance, Turner was passed over in favor of Francisco Lindor and Elly De La Cruz, though he may still be added as an injury replacement. Phillies manager Rob Thomson and Turner himself expressed more surprise at the All-Star omissions of pitchers Cristopher Sanchez (2.68 ERA, 7–2 record) and Ranger Suarez (1.99 ERA, 7–2 record), both of whom have been instrumental to the team's NL East-leading performance. Analysts and insiders have highlighted that Turner's advanced metrics, such as WAR and outs above average, surpass those of the selected shortstops, fueling debate over the selection process. The snubs have sparked widespread discussion among fans and media, with hopes that these players use the perceived oversight as motivation for the remainder of the season. Despite the disappointments, the Phillies maintain a strong 53–38 record, thanks in large part to the contributions of Turner, Sanchez, and Suarez.