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The 2017 All-Nobody All-Star Team

By Daniel Beattie

Apr 11, 2017; Miami, FL, USA; A general view of the MLB All-Star game logo inside Marlins Park prior to the game between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 11, 2017; Miami, FL, USA; A general view of the MLB All-Star game logo inside Marlins Park prior to the game between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /
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Catcher – J.T. Realmuto, Miami Marlins

Notable Statistics: .308/.369/.432, 3 HR, 1.2 WAR

Realmuto has raced out to a strong start this season. Among the eight qualified players at the position Realmuto’s 1.2 WAR ranks third behind NL powerhouses Buster Posey and Yasmani Grandal. Realmuto brings a rare skill set to the catcher position mixing an ability to hit for average and above average speed (for the position) to go along with enough power to demand some respect from opposing pitchers.

Realmuto is also a strong defender due to his plus athleticism, currently ranking second with 12 runners caught stealing. The Marlins’ backstop is unlikely to find himself playing in his home park on July 11 but he is a deserving candidate for this All-Star squad.

Honorable Mention: Willson Contreras 

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