Three observations ...

• Setup men should not be part of All-Star Games. Not good enough to start or close.

• Have no problems with Matt Harvey starting the All-Star Game in the city he plays in. He's having a great year and deserves the honor.

• PETA must be bored. The organization sent a letter to the Rays claiming that tank of cownose rays kept at the park is leading to "harassment" and possible danger from home run balls. Tank has been there since 2006. NOW there's a letter?

... and two predictions

• The Rangers will make the biggest splash before the trade deadline with either a key starter or power bat.

• The Twins will not trade Glen Perkins. They have him under a good contract, feel they can turn things around in couple of years and want him to be part of the turnaround.