Strong representation was a theme for the Cardinals Class A Affiliate, the Peoria Chiefs, in Tuesday’s Midwest League All-Star Game. Of the five Chiefs on the roster, three started the game, the most for any one affiliate.
The trio taking the field for first pitch included Yariel Gonzalez (1B), Elehuris Montero (3B), and Irving Lopez (2B). Dennis Ortega (C) was a late add to the crop of All-Stars after the initial roster release due to the promotion of Thomas St. Clair (RHP) to Class A Advanced Palm Beach. Bryan Dobzanski (RHP) was the fifth Chiefs representative, a former starter for the Chiefs who has become a strong bullpen arm, posting a 1.