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Howard Sinker on the Twins' All-Star picks

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Minnesota Twins' Kurt Suzuki during the ninth inning of a game, Wednesday, April 9, 2014.
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Two Minnesota Twins players were named to the All-Star roster.

Catcher Kurt Suzuki, who has exceeded all expectations this season, will play for the first time in the All-Star Game, and closer Glen Perkins will make his second appearance.

Howard Sinker, digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, spoke with MPR's Phil Picardi about the Twins' All-Star picks and the team's fortunes so far this season.