Romero receives stars call
By MIKE RUTSEY, QMI Agency
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  Blue Jays' Ricky Romero is headed to all-star game in Phoenix. (Reuters/files)
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Ricky Romero is all-star game bound.
The Jays left-handed starter received the news just prior to the end of Sunday’s victory over Cleveland.
Romero made it to Phoenix through the back door after Seattle’s Felix Hernandez, already selected for the game, started Sunday against the Angels and won’t be available for duty in the game.
“He was announced as an alternate,” manager John Farrell said. “It’s a great accomplishment for him. Being named to the all-star team speaks volumes of itself, but it’s just an acknowledgment of a very solid first half for him.”
In 18 starts this season, Romero is 7-8 with a 3.09 ERA. He has walked 45, struck out 101 and held the opposition to a .234 average.
“I didn’t know until the ninth inning, they kind of waited until the end,” said a beaming Romero. “I’m at a loss for words right now. It’s very exciting. My family’s excited, especially where I came from, east Los Angeles, and most importantly representing the country of Canada. I’m looking forward to it.”
