Later tonight Luis Severino will take part in his second All-Star Game, and he’s actually going to pitch this year. American League manager A.J. Hinch announced yesterday Severino will be the first guy out of the bullpen behind starter Chris Sale. Severino made the All-Star team last year but did not pitch. This year he’s going to get in the game, so that’s cool.
For practical purposes, the All-Star Game will act as a throw day for Severino. He started last Thursday, so he will be on regular rest for tonight’s appearance. His first start after the All-Star break will be Monday, so he’ll have an extra day of rest between the All-Star Game appearance and that first start of the second half.