Byron Buxton

Byron Buxton went 2-for-5 with a home run on Sunday against the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

Buxton went yard and hit a double on the day. He is slashing .244/.277/.474 on the season with four home runs and 10 RBI.

Byron Buxton went 3-for-4 in the loss against the Braves, driving in one run, scoring once, and stealing a base.

Fantasy Impact

Buxton continues an inconsistent stretch at the plate, driving in runs in just three of his last six games for the Twins. The outfielder continues to possess the power-speed combination that fantasy managers clamor for in lineups. After yesterday’s game, Buxton has appeared in 19 contests this season, posting a .233 batting average with 17 hits, three home runs, nine RBI, and five stolen bases.

Twins outfielder Byron Buxton returned to action Friday against the Tigers, going 1-for-4 with a solo home run, a walk, a stolen base, two RBI, and three runs scored. He walked, stole second and scored in the second inning, drove in a run via fielder's choice and scored again in the fifth, and hit a solo homer off Beau Brieske in the seventh.

Fantasy Impact

Through 12 games this season, Buxton is batting .178 (8-for-45) with two home runs, three stolen bases, six RBI, and 10 runs scored. He holds a 2:17 BB:K ratio and has operated as the Twins' starting center fielder.

Byron Buxton is in the starting lineup for the Twins against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

The right-handed Buxton takes center field and bats fifth Friday against RHP Reese Olson, bringing his dynamic skills to the Twins’ outfield.

Byron Buxton is away from the Twins for personal reasons.

Fantasy Impact

Buxton missed his second straight game on Thursday. He does not have a timetable to return.