Hand set for first ASG: Tues., 4:30 PT, FOX
(MLB.com San Diego Padres)

It had not occurred to Padres reliever Brad Hand that he might be named an All-Star until a few weeks ago. The left-hander knew he was having a good year, but it`s not easy for non-closers to be selected. Yet, as he was watching TV before the teams were announced, his name came up as the potential representative for his club.