Player of the gameJustin WrobleskiLAD7.0ip 5h 2er 3k
A 28-minute rain delay before first pitch did nothing to cool down Justin Wrobleski. With the National League All-Star roster selections right around the corner, the Dodgers' left-hander made his latest statement Tuesday night, earning his ninth victory of the season by turning in seven innings to anchor a 12-3 win over the Twins at Target Field. Wrobleski held the Twins to five hits and two earned runs. He walked two and struck out three, with one run crossing on a solo home run by Victor Caratini in the second inning. The appearance marked the fifth time this season that Wrobleski has pitched at least seven innings. His ability to consistently log deep starts is what the team believes has earned him a spot in the conversation for the Midsummer Classic in Philadelphia. "He's certainly worthy of All-Star consideration," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said pregame. "I forgot what year it was, where Tony Gonsolin made the All-Star team and was in a similar boat. Obviously with what Wrobo's done, as far as the numbers, he's right in the mix. I don't fortunately have any say in the voting. But I hope he does get some consideration." In the clubhouse after the game, Wrobleski remained focused on his progression rather than individual accolades. "The numbers are cool and it's great, but at the same time, I think I could have been a little better," Wrobleski said. "It'd be cool \[to make the All-Star team\