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Former RockHound Nick Kurtz to start in MLB All Star Game
By Dalton Arredondo at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
PHILADELPHIA, Penn. (KMID/KPEJ) - Former Midland RockHound Nick Kurtz is selected to start in his first-ever All-Star Game. Initially, Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was supposed to start, but he came down with an injury. Kurtz has 89 hits, 20 home runs, and 61 runs in the ...
Key takeaway Kurtz has 89 hits, 20 home runs, and 61 runs in the 92 games he's played.
Why this matters in The Midland
The selection of former Midland RockHound Nick Kurtz to start in the MLB All-Star Game is a significant achievement for the local baseball community. Kurtz's impressive performance, with 89 hits, 20 home runs, and 61 runs in 92 games, demonstrates the talent that has been nurtured in the Permian Basin. His rise to the All-Star Game is a testament to the quality of the Midland RockHounds organization and its ability to develop players who can compete at the highest level. As a former RockHound, Kurtz's success will likely inspire current and aspiring baseball players in Midland, showcasing the potential for local athletes to achieve greatness in the sport. The community will be watching with pride as Kurtz takes the field in his first All-Star Game, and his achievement will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the local baseball scene.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? PHILADELPHIA, Penn. (KMID/KPEJ) - Former Midland RockHound Nick Kurtz is selected to start in his first-ever All-Star Game. Initially, Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was supposed to start, but he came down with an injury. Kurtz has 89 hits, 20 home runs, and 61 runs in the ...
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