Byron Buxton made his first All-Star Game in 2022, starting in centerfield and hitting the game-winning homer for the American League. Buxton's performance with the Minnesota Twins was a curious case as he battled through knee, hip and hand injuries. Buxton hit 28 homers but struck out in 30% of his plate appearances, bringing his season average to .224. Even then, the extremely talented Buxton was a four-win player for the second year in a row. What should we make of his 2022 season and what should Twins fans expect moving forward?
The Curious Case of Byron Buxton
The Curious Case of Byron Buxton
The Curious Case of Byron Buxton
Byron Buxton made his first All-Star Game in 2022, starting in centerfield and hitting the game-winning homer for the American League. Buxton's performance with the Minnesota Twins was a curious case as he battled through knee, hip and hand injuries. Buxton hit 28 homers but struck out in 30% of his plate appearances, bringing his season average to .224. Even then, the extremely talented Buxton was a four-win player for the second year in a row. What should we make of his 2022 season and what should Twins fans expect moving forward?