Brian Wilson: All-Star Snub and Deservedly So

First, let’s get this shiny robust figure out of way: 22.

As in the number of saves that Giants' reliever, Brian Wilson, has collected thus far in the 2009 season as we near its midway point.  Numbers good enough for second most in the National League and leaves him tied for third overall in the majors.

Those details alone would lead a lot of people to believe that Wilson is deserving of an All-Star spot later this July.  Or at the very least, put him in the conversation of who are the league's best closers.

I'd like to layout the reasons why he was deservedly left off this year's All-Star roster and also explain why he isn't one of the league's best relief pitchers.

Before I start, it's worthwhile to go through a refresher...

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