Texas Rangers pitcher Nathan Eovaldi may have been snubbed from the AL All-Star roster, but he’s still cashing in—his contract includes a $100K bonus for simply being in the conversation as one of baseball’s top pitchers this season. Despite the slight, his dominant first-half performance didn’t go entirely unrewarded.

Editor’s Note: While All-Star selections are a big deal, this shows how players can still benefit from strong performances even if they don’t make the cut. For fans, it’s a reminder that contracts often include sneaky incentives—and Eovaldi’s case proves he’s been good enough to earn one, even without the official nod.