On the surface, the All-Star Series mostly seems like an exercise without much benefit for veterans.
Many baseball players are creatures of habit, and the All-Star festivities mostly throw their routines into chaos.
Sure, they're appreciative of the recognition and happy to give back to the fans, but it seems some older players would just as soon rest during the break as opposed to the game's distractions.
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