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Minnesota Twins: Who’s Hot and Who’s Not, Week 3

By Jordan Ison

Apr 22, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier (2) hits a single in the ninth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Target Field. The Tigers won 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 22, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier (2) hits a single in the ninth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Target Field. The Tigers won 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 24, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) scores from first base in the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /

Byron Buxton’s struggles at the plate continue to haunt the Minnesota Twins.

While the young center fielder has been great in the outfield, Byron Buxton continues to look lost at the plate. Since being called up from the minor leagues, Buxton has yet to find his swing, and Twins’ fans are hoping that will change soon.

Buxton’s slash line is .105/.177/.140 with only 6 hits in 57 at-bats.

Along with his horrendous averages, Byron Buxton leads the Twins in strikeouts with 28. He has also earned 4 walks.

Buxton’s experiences at the plate have been less than superb, but there’s no reason to give up hope. Still being a young player, there is time for improvement in Buxton’s career.

Not to mention, he is an absolute necessity in the outfield for the Minnesota Twins. His range is unbelievable and speed is insane. If Byron Buxton can get his average up to the .200’s, the Twins will be happy. But he is a long way from that right now.

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