NEW YORK — Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw was picked for his 11th MLB All-Star Game and Paul Skenes, James Wood and Elly De La Cruz boosted the 23-and-under group to five when they were picked Sunday for the July 15 showcase at Atlanta’s Truist Park.

Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw was caught more than a little off-guard about being named to the NL All-Star team, having made just nine starts this season.

Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw earned a surprise MLB All-Star game nod through the “legend” pick but declined to comment on the honor.