2026 All-Star Game

Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers and first baseman Nick Kurtz, both 2026 All-Stars, celebrating a home run

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Athletics: Langeliers, Kurtz to Start at 2026 All-Star Game

Evan M. Thompson, Editor-in-chief
July 4, 2026

Oakland Athletics

Athletics: Langeliers, Kurtz Starters at 2026 All-Star Game UPDATE: Kurtz was originally a reserve. Shortly after press time, Sport Relay learned that original AL starting first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr withdrew. Consequently, Kurtz — who led AL first basemen in player voting — became the starter. The article has been updated to reflect that. For the first […]