Write in Kevin Youkilis as American League All-Star first baseman!

Some guys go to the All-Star game every year based on popularity and not merit. And that's a shame.

Unlike quite a few players this year on the ballot, Kevin Youkilis of the Boston Red Sox - who plays every day but is NOT on the official ballot - is deserving of the first base slot on behalf of the American League.

Drawing on statistical facts, take the following as evidence that Youk belongs in the AL Line up: Based on 48 games played, Youk is hitting .354, with an On Base Percentage of .427, and a Slugging Percentage of an incredible .561. With 198 at bats, Youk has 70 hits, 17 doubles, 8 homeruns, 40 runs scored, and 30 RBIs.

As of this writing, Youk has the third highest batting average in the American League, and is on fire with a 21 game hit streak still alive as we head into the weekend series with the Yankees.

Please click here and vote for Kevin Youkilis, he is deserving of the honor!