Byron Buxton commits to staying with Twins, impacts Rays' trade strategy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Byron Buxton of the Minnesota Twins has stated he intends to spend his career with the team, impacting the Tampa Bay Rays' trade plans. With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Rays were considering Buxton as a potential target to boost their lineup and outfield depth. However, Buxton's firm commitment means the Rays will now need to explore other options to address their outfield issues. He is currently hitting.270 with 23 home runs this season.
- •Buxton aims to remain with the Twins, rejecting trade speculation.
- •Rays need to find alternative outfield options for their lineup.
- •Buxton has 23 home runs and a.270 batting average this season.
- •Trade deadline approaches on August 3rd.
- 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Byron Buxton Appears Off the Trade Market, Forcing Rays to Look Elsewhere
"The Rays may need to cross Byron Buxton off their trade deadline wishlist. The Twins star made it clear he wants to spend his entire career in Minnesota, forcing Tampa Bay to explore other options as it looks to upgrade its lineup and outfield depth for a postseason push.
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