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Kevin McGonigle, Riley Greene and Dillon Dingler named to AL All-Star team as Tigers representatives
By Kellen Voss at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 5, 2026
· 2 min read
Three Detroit Tigers have been named to the American League All-Star team as reserves: infielder Kevin McGonigle, outfielder Riley Greene and catcher Dillon Dingler.The trio will represent the Tigers at the All-Star game later this month, set to happen at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Penns...
Key takeaway All stats are through Saturday, July 4McGonigle made the Tigers Opening Day roster as a rookie, skipping AAA-Toledo entirely, a rare developmental move within the Tigers organization.
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The selection of Kevin McGonigle, Riley Greene, and Dillon Dingler to the American League All-Star team is a welcome boost to the Detroit Tigers and their fans. As the team struggles to gain traction in the AL Central Division, the recognition of these three players serves as a testament to the talent and dedication that exists within the organization. McGonigle's impressive rookie season, Greene's consistent performance, and Dingler's career-year at the plate are all notable achievements that have contributed to the team's occasional bright spots. With the Tigers still in contention for a Wild Card spot, albeit a long shot, the All-Star nods could provide a much-needed morale boost for the team as they head into the second half of the season. As the community continues to support the Tigers, the success of these individual players will be closely watched, and their performances could play a significant role in determining the team's fate in the remaining months.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Three Detroit Tigers have been named to the American League All-Star team as reserves: infielder Kevin McGonigle, outfielder Riley Greene and catcher Dillon Dingler.The trio will represent the Tigers at the All-Star game later this month, set to happen at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Penns...
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