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Matthew Boyd wasn’t signed to be the Cubs’ ace.
But the free-agent acquisition has pitched like it in 2025, and it’s earned him a trip to the All-Star Game.
The lefty starting pitcher was named to the National League All-Star team Sunday, joining teammates Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker, who were previously announced as elected starters in the NL outfield.
That the first-place Cubs, who have been one of baseball’s best offensive teams all season, only landed three guys on the roster might come as a surprise, especially considering the numbers put up by designated hitter Seiya Suzuki, catcher Carson Kelly and first baseman Michael Busch.