Max Meyer, a right‑handed pitcher for the Miami Marlins, has been selected for the 2026 MLB All‑Star Game, marking the first time a Minnesota Golden Gophers alumnus has earned the honor in ten years.
His 2026 campaign has been nothing short of dominant, as he sits at a 9‑1 record with a 2.53 earned‑run average and 112 strikeouts across 18 starts.
From College Star to All‑Star
The Marlins drafted him third overall in 2020, a pick that followed a stellar college career in which he posted a career 2.13 ERA and 187 strikeouts in 148 innings for Minnesota.
Meyer’s early college years were equally impressive; as a true freshman in 2018 he posted a 2.27 ERA and 16 saves in 43.2 innings, then refined his role as a sophomore in 2019 with a 2.11 ERA over 76.2 innings before the pandemic truncated his 2020 season.
A native of Woodbury, Minnesota, Meyer’s rise reflects both personal perseverance and the growing pipeline of talent emerging from the state’s collegiate programs.
All‑Star Game in Philadelphia
The midsummer showcase will take place on Tuesday, July 14, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where Meyer will join the sport’s elite in a celebration of the season’s top performers.
Beyond the personal milestone, his selection underscores the renewed relevance of the Gophers baseball program, a narrative that resonates with fans and scouts alike.