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The Texas Rangers granted pitcher Nathan Eovaldi a $100,000 All-Star bonus, despite his exclusion from the 2025 American League All-Star team.
Eovaldi, 35, led MLB with a 1.58 ERA, 94 strikeouts, and a 0.85 WHIP over 91 innings, yet was overlooked.
His standout performances, including a complete game shutout against the Reds, underscored his value to the Rangers, who trail Seattle by 3.5 games. The bonus, part of his $75 million contract, reflects the team’s appreciation for his leadership and dominance.
Fans and analysts, including ESPN’s Jeff Passan, praised the move, noting Eovaldi’s respect within MLB.
