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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | MIN | AL | 46 | 129 | 16 | 27 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 44 | 0.209 | -466.1 |
| 2016 | MIN | AL | 92 | 298 | 44 | 67 | 19 | 6 | 10 | 38 | 10 | 23 | 118 | 0.225 | -315.9 |
| 2017 | MIN | AL | 140 | 462 | 69 | 117 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 51 | 29 | 38 | 150 | 0.253 | -312.2 |
| 2018 | MIN | AL | 28 | 90 | 8 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 28 | 0.156 | -721.7 |
| 2019 | MIN | AL | 87 | 271 | 48 | 71 | 30 | 4 | 10 | 46 | 14 | 19 | 68 | 0.262 | 353.8 |
| 2020 | MIN | AL | 39 | 130 | 19 | 33 | 3 | 0 | 13 | 27 | 2 | 2 | 36 | 0.254 | 224.2 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 61 | 235 | 50 | 72 | 23 | 0 | 19 | 32 | 9 | 13 | 62 | 0.306 | 1497.9 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 92 | 340 | 61 | 76 | 13 | 3 | 28 | 51 | 6 | 34 | 116 | 0.224 | 1023.9 |
| 2023 | MIN | AL | 85 | 304 | 49 | 63 | 17 | 1 | 17 | 42 | 9 | 35 | 109 | 0.207 | -92.0 |
| 2024 | MIN | AL | 102 | 355 | 62 | 99 | 27 | 3 | 18 | 56 | 7 | 20 | 99 | 0.279 | 1274.3 |
| 2025 | MIN | AL | 126 | 488 | 97 | 129 | 21 | 7 | 35 | 83 | 24 | 41 | 148 | 0.264 | 0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | MIN | OF | 44 | 35 | 115 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | MIN | OF | 92 | 88 | 243 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 | MIN | OF | 137 | 131 | 389 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| 2018 | MIN | OF | 27 | 26 | 69 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | MIN | OF | 86 | 78 | 217 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 | MIN | OF | 39 | 35 | 104 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIN | OF | 60 | 59 | 179 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | MIN | OF | 58 | 52 | 133 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 | MIN | OF | 94 | 87 | 204 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 636 |
| Designated Hitter | 124 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Bob Feller Act of Valor Award - MLB Player | |
| 2022 | Player of the Week | Week of 2022-06-11 |
| 2021 | Player of the Month | April |
| 2017 | Gold Glove | CF |
| 2017 | Platinum Glove | |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-08-26 |
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 |