Because Japan knows that the Japanese people are the ones paying the bills, so they need to cater to them. Keep the All-Star balloting to your paying customers, regardless of the nationality of players. It seems that over the years the American baseball fan has been more than happy to vote players from all different nationalities onto the All-Star team, regardless of their heritage. It's all part of baseball's global marketing plan. Cash or check would be fine.
Managers are in the business of putting out brush fires.
Let's just say that, despite a vague, unconfirmed report of an apology, these two won't exactly be going to dinner anytime soon. First, Scott really needs to be informed and do his homework. As I just mentioned, Wells' alleged apology is debatable, as is its sincerity. Frank Thomas is a sign of the times. At least Wells is a winner and a die-hard competitor.