Twins' Buxton joins Raleigh, Acuña, Wood in Home Run Derby

DETROIT, MI - JUNE 27: Byron Buxton #25 of the Minnesota Twins celebrates with Carlos Correa #4 after hitting a home run against the Detroit Tigers during the fifth inning at Comerica Park on June 27, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton announced Monday he'll be taking part in his first Home Run Derby on July 14 at Atlanta's Truist Park.

Buxton, a Georgia native, will compete in the event with Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr., and Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood. There are still four spots available to complete the eight-player field.

The 31-year-old Buxton was also selected to play in the second All-Star Game of his 11-year career.

Buxton has 20 homers this season, tied for the fifth-most in the American League.

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