Byron Buxton's Cycle Makes Target Field History For Minnesota Twins

The ballpark opened in 2010.

Buxton, who is 5-for-5 at the time of this posting, has re-asserted himself as one of the best players in baseball this season, with newfound health playing a major role in his resurgence. He's hitting .286 with 21 homers, 55 RBIs and 17 stolen bases. He was named to the American League All-Star team and will compete in the Home Run Derby, which takes place on Monday night at Truist Park in Atlanta.

An 11-year veteran, Buxton has spent his entire career with Minnesota. He's a .249 career hitter with 154 home runs. He has only played more than 100 games twice in his career, but he's on track to hit the number again this season. It should be noted that the COVID 2020 season was only 60 games, however.

The Twins entered play on Saturday at 46-48 and trying to stay afloat in the American League playoff picture. With the trade deadline looming, the Twins will have to decide whether to keep the team together or whether to trade valuable pieces like Griffin Jax, Jhoan Duran and WIlli Castro, all of whom would be in high demand.

They entered the game at 3.5 games back of the Tampa Bay Rays for the third and final wild card spot. Minnesota last made the playoffs in 2023.