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Mariners’ Cruz in tightening race to win a spot in AL All-Star lineup

SEATTLE — Mariners designated hitter Nelson Cruz might need your help to secure a spot in the American League’s starting lineup at the All-Star Game on July 11 in Miami.

Cruz finds himself in a tightening race with Tampa Bay’s Corey Dickerson as the online balloting heads into its final hours.

Dickerson made a big surge over the last week and now trails Cruz by just 99,728 votes in the balloting, which continues through 8:59 p.m. on Thursday.

All balloting is conducted online at www.MLB.com and the 30 club websites, including www.