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Minnesota Twins Notebook: Byron Buxton, Louis Varland, Edouard Julien

MINNEAPOLIS — A little less than 24 hours after center fielder Byron Buxton made a spectacular catch to ensure a victory for the Minnesota Twins over the Chicago White Sox, the Twins clubhouse was not only still buzzing about the play but also what it could do to propel the franchise out of a sluggish start.

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Buxton blasts off, Keaschall strong again as Twins take down White Sox

Byron Buxton struck out in his first three at-bats Wednesday night, but he erupted with a 414-foot, two-run homer to give the Twins a comfortable cushion late in a 6-3 win over the White Sox.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / April 22

Trevor Larnach's blast, Byron Buxton's diving catch help Twins top White Sox

Trevor Larnach went 1-for-3 with a walk, a home run and two RBIs, and the Minnesota Twins held off a comeback bid for a 4-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

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The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

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The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

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MLB News / Yardbarker / April 22

Watch: Twins' Buxton saves game with stunning game-winning catch

Watch: Twins' Byron Buxton saves game with stunning game-winning catch

When you look at the box score of the Minnesota Twins' 4-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night, it's going to say that Jhoan Duran got the save. Technically, and by the rules of baseball, he did.

Trevor Larnach's blast, Buxton's diving catch help Twins top White Sox

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The 'Longest losing streaks in MLB history' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 16

Twins’ Ty France credits ‘special’ Byron Buxton skill for walk-off hit vs. Mets

In a thrilling finish at Target Field, Ty France delivered a walk-off single in the bottom of the 10th inning to lead the Minnesota Twins to a 4-3 victory over the New York Mets to avoid being swept.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 14

Twins ranked as one MLB's most 'unwatchable' teams

The Minnesota Twins are off to one of the worst starts in franchise history. It's not all that surprising considering they did next to nothing to bolster a roster that collapsed down the stretch last season — and the early results are that the Twins are basically unwatchable.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / April 13

Byron Buxton's big bat sparks Twins past Tigers

Byron Buxton homered, doubled and scored twice as the Minnesota Twins salvaged the finale of a three-game series by topping the Detroit Tigers, 5-1, Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / April 13

Twins 5, Tigers 1: Rome Wasn't Built in a Day

The Twins entered Sunday's tilt against the Tigers needing something—anything—to jumpstart their season. Fortunately, Byron Buxton was happy to oblige with two extra-base hits; the newly recalled Brooks Lee delivered a key RBI single; and the pitching bent but didn't break in a lovely little win....

MLB News / Twinkie Town / April 12

Tigers 7, Twins 6: Bullpen falters, all have the sadness now

Hey, Buxton was basically responsible for four runs, that’s good! Byron Buxton’s return after a few days away had a lot of energy, and David Festa seemed to do pretty well until he was done.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 10

Twins' Byron Buxton not in the lineup for a second straight game

After the Twins beat the Royals without Byron Buxton in the lineup Wednesday night, they're going to try and do the same again Thursday afternoon. For some reason, Buxton is not in the lineup for a second consecutive day.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 9

Twins lineup: Slumping Byron Buxton sits for first time all season

After starting 11 consecutive games in center field to open this season, slumping Twins star Byron Buxton is out of the lineup for Wednesday night's game in Kansas City.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / April 6

Byron Buxton paces Twins into series finale vs. Astros

As Byron Buxton goes, the Minnesota Twins tend to go. That could be good news for the Twins as they take on the Houston Astros in the rubber match of a three-game series Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Historic MLB Team Draws Embarrassing Home Crowd for Wednesday Divisional Game

After starting their three-game series against the division rival Minnesota Twins with a 9-0 drubbing, the Chicago White Sox had back-to-back disconcerting showings to close out the final two games with consecutive losses.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 2

Watch: Twins' Byron Buxton hits 450-foot bomb, then makes diving catch

Byron Buxton's first home run of the season is a sight to behold. After starting the year 2 for 17 with no extra-base hits in the Twins' first five games, Buxton absolutely demolished a baseball in the first inning of Wednesday's rain-delayed series finale against the White Sox.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 1

Twins’ Byron Buxton wants people to quit freaking out over torpedo bats

Minnesota Twins fans could use a distraction following an 0-4 start to the 2025 MLB season, and center fielder Byron Buxton might have given them a small one via his recent comments.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / March 31

Never give up? Twins pull Buxton, Correa after 3 innings as White Sox hammer Paddack

Bailey Ober was reportedlly puking his guts out on Saturday. Twins fans were then puking their guts out watching Ober pitch on Sunday, and now fans may need transportation to hospitals after more vomiting during Chris Paddack's outing on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 25

AL Central predictions: Trade acquisition puts together All-Star season

As Opening Day approaches, let's take a look into the crystal ball and see what is in store for the AL Central.

NL East predictions: Young Nationals outfielder enjoys breakout year

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The 'Active MLB pitchers strikeout leaders' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 25

Byron Buxton is Still One of the Minnesota Twins Most Valuable Players

It shouldn’t be rocket science that Byron Buxton is integral to everything the Minnesota Twins intend to do in the immediate future. The former second overall pick signed a seven-year contract extension before the 2022 season.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 23

BR Makes a Case for Why Minnesota Twins Should Trade Byron Buxton

When the Minnesota Twins start working on their blueprint for 2025 it will almost certainly include trading from the major league roster. The reality is that ownership has afforded the front office no additional money to spend on payroll.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12

Twins activate All-Star CF just in time for stretch run

The Twins announced Thursday that they’ve reinstated Byron Buxton from the injured list and optioned infielder/outfielder Austin Martin to Triple-A.

Twins rookie had coldest quote ever after recording his first hit

Breakout win buoys Twins ahead of finale vs. Angels

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The 'Every MLB team's 2017 leader in WAR' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 15

Twins to place former All-Star outfielder on injured list

Since he has already missed a few days, his IL placement can be backdated, meaning he could theoretically be back by next weekend if he heals up between now and then.

MLB home run props for Thu. 8/15: Marcus down for a homer

MLB parlay: Twins vs. Rangers +1146 same-game parlay for Thu. 8/15

Hot pitchers clash in Twins-Rangers series opener

Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s

The 'Every MLB team's 2017 leader in WAR' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 27

Look of the Day for 6/27: We're fired up for Burnes

Thanks to Byron Buxton, we cashed another Look of the Day on Wednesday to improve to 9-1 in our last 10 picks. Let's keep this run going with our favorite MLB pick on Thursday's slate.

The 'Baltimore Orioles 20-game winners' quiz

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 3

Twins place pivotal outfielder on injured list due to knee issue

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton is heading to the injured list with a knee concern. Buxton has consistently struggled to stay healthy throughout his MLB career.

Twins' Ryan Jeffers is quietly developing into an elite catcher

Diamondbacks trade for veteran reliever from AL Central team

Red Sox aim to subdue red-hot Twins

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

Minnesota Twins News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1