But, yes, absolutely.
And I’m here to explain why, first by making his case for the All-Star Game (because he’s earned a ticket) and then by looking at his potential in the Home Run Derby.
Is he really All-Star worthy?
He absolutely is.
Consider how he compares with his National League peers. (All numbers are current as of Monday morning.)
Currently, he is second in fWAR only to Will Smith (1.9 and 2.8, respectively).
In 190 plate appearances (that’s fifth-most among NL catchers), Goodman has mashed 12 homers. Behind him are Carson Kelly and Sean Murphy with nine.