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Watch: Woodbury’s Kent Meyer thrilled to see son Max named N.L. All-Star after great run with Marlins
By Darren Wolfson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Kent Meyer, Max Meyer’s Dad, interview on Max being an All-Star, 7-6-26
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Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The news of Max Meyer's All-Star selection is a significant boost to the local baseball community, particularly for the University of Minnesota, where Meyer played as a Gopher. His success with the Miami Marlins is a testament to the strong baseball roots in the Twin Cities area. As a Woodbury native, Meyer's achievement is also a source of pride for the eastern suburbs of the Minneapolis -St. Paul metropolitan area. The fact that he has overcome injuries to become one of the top starters in the game is a remarkable story that will likely inspire young baseball players in the region. With the Marlins in the playoff mix, local fans will be keeping a close eye on Meyer's performance, and his All-Star selection will undoubtedly generate more interest in baseball among Minneapolis-St. Paul area residents.
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Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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