Byron Buxton is an American professional baseball center fielder and designated hitter for the Minnesota Twins of Major League Baseball. Selected as the second overall pick in the 2012 MLB draft, he debuted in the majors in 2015 and has become recognized as one of the league’s premier defensive outfielders. A 2017 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winner, two-time All-Star, and 2025 Silver Slugger, Buxton also leads all active players in elite sprint speed and has emerged as a middle-of-the-order run producer. This tag page collects news, articles, interviews, and updates covering his on-field performance, awards, contract history, and franchise milestones with the Twins.
