Byron Buxton is happy and healthy, and the Minnesota Twins may be even more ecstatic than Buxton himself.
The oft-injured Buxton has been a dilemma for the Twins. He is an impressive talent on the diamond when healthy, one of the best true five-tool players that the majors has to offer. The problem is that he is typically on the Injured List, having appeared in over 100 games just once in his major league career.
There is hope this will change in 2024. Do-Hyoung Park from MLB.com reported that Buxton may be the happiest person in the Twins’ clubhouse after reporting to spring training on Saturday. He is excited to be back in the outfield, having a normal spring training and no longer relegated to the designated hitter spot.