# OVERLOOKED: Pittsburgh Pirates Stars DESERVE All Star Nods—MLB Voting SYSTEM Stinks

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Podcast: [Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933)
Published: 2026-06-18T14:36:24+00:00
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## Resource

Pittsburgh Pirates power past expectations, yet All-Star voting fails to recognize their breakout stars. Why are Brandon Lowe, Spencer Horowitz, Ryan O’Hearn, and Bryan Reynolds being overlooked despite fueling one of MLB’s top offenses? The conversation focused on market size, name recognition, and the flawed online voting system that leaves deserving Pirates out of the spotlight. The discussion explored the All-Star Game’s fading significance, bullpen struggles, and ways to creatively address late-inning pitching. Key topics include Dennis Santana’s resurgence, Gregory Soto’s closer role, and why bullpen roles are finally stabilizing. Listener questions highlighted Marcell Ozuna’s fit at DH, Konnor Griffin’s injury rehab strategy, and what it will take for the Pirates to boost attendance at PNC Park. Can Pittsburgh maintain momentum and prove the doubters wrong as the season heats up?

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