Twins consider keeping Byron Buxton ahead of trade deadline

The Minnesota Twins are likely to retain outfielder Byron Buxton as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches. Currently sitting 4.5 games out of first in the American League Central and 1.5 games from a Wild Card spot, the Twins appear to be contenders this season. Buxton, who has expressed a desire to spend his entire career with Minnesota, has had a strong season with 23 home runs and a.937 OPS in his first 63 games. Teams such as the Philadelphia Phillies, Arizona Diamondbacks, and San Diego Padres have shown interest in acquiring him, but Buxton has been unwilling to waive his no-trade clause. The Twins' playoff aspirations could lead Buxton to opt against a trade.

• 9:18 AMYahoo Sports — Twins may benefit from keeping Byron Buxton instead of dealing him