Replacements aside, the All-Star Game remains a big deal to players who overcame struggles to make it to Atlanta.

Regardless of who the Cubs pursue at the deadline, they are expected to part ways with one of or both outfielders Owen Caissie (Cubs No. 1, MLB No. 42) and Kevin Alcántara (Cubs No. 4, MLB No. 85).

The Chicago Cubs have been declared “all-in” when it comes to picking up talent at the July 31 trade deadline, ahead of what they hope to be a deep playoff run.

Before the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta, analyst Ken Rosenthal provides some ideas of his own after a questionable all-star selection.