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Tue, Jul 6th 2010, 10:53
Hanley selected to start 3rd straight All-Star game
Among stars, they’re regarded as stars.
Once again, the two building blocks of the Marlins are headed to the All-Star Game. Based on their immense abilities, they should contend annually.
For the third straight year, Hanley Ramirez is the people’s choice to represent Florida as the National League starting shortstop.
Josh Johnson, meanwhile, was picked by his peers. The ace of the staff will be headed to his second consecutive All-Star Game.
“Obviously, very deserving, and congratulations to them. I hope they do well,” said Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla, who was worthy of consideration, but didn’t make the squad. “As long as he stays healthy, I think J.J. will be in Cy Young contention every year. I think he will be in All-Star consideration every year. He’s as good as it gets.
“Hanley, the same way. I expect Hanley will be there every year, given that they’re healthy.”
Ramirez, the 26-year-old native of the Dominican Republic, continues to set new standards for the Marlins. He is the club’s only player to be voted into the starting lineup by the fans more than once.
“Like I’ve been doing, I’m trying to keep working every year, every second, every day,” Ramirez said. “You never know when it’s going to be your last day in the game. You’ve got to do the best you can every day.”
Established as one of the elite offensive players in the game, Ramirez is on pace for another 20-plus homer, 100-plus RBI season as Florida’s No. 3 hitter.
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