Byron Buxton, baseball player, 168 home runs, 2015

Byron Buxton

Active Player

Born: 12/18/1993 in Baxley, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 2015-06-14

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Byron Keiron Buxton

Biography

Byron Buxton, born in 1993, is an active professional baseball player who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on June 14, 2015. Known for his exceptional speed and defensive prowess, Buxton plays primarily as an outfielder and has established himself as one of the premier athletes in the game today. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 898 games, accumulating 768 hits, 168 home runs, and 436 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .248. His ability to steal bases is notable, with a total of 117 stolen bases to his name. Buxton's career is characterized by his explosive playing style and his contributions to the Minnesota Twins, where he has become a fan favorite and a key component of the team's lineup. His talent has been recognized with one All-Star selection, highlighting his status as one of the elite players in the league. As he continues his career, Buxton remains a critical figure in the modern era of baseball, exemplifying the blend of power and speed that defines the game today. His ongoing performance and commitment to excellence keep him at the forefront of conversations about the future of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
898 3102 523 768 178 31 168 436 117 234 978 0.248 0.308 0.487 0.795 2466.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 6 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 4 0.167

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2020 ALWC3 MIN 2 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.250
2017 ALWC MIN 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 637 591 1653 22 12 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Center Field 636
Designated Hitter 124

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 MIN AL $512,500
Total Career Earnings $512,500

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2020 Most Valuable Player AL 16th 2.0 420 0
2017 Most Valuable Player AL 18th 7.0 420 0