After finishing up a practice session with superstar center fielder Byron Buxton, a reporter approached Watkins to talk about the upcoming Home Run Derby. He agreed to answer a few questions while trying his best not to draw any attention to himself.

The Twins made Byron Buxton the second pick in the 2012 amateur draft, right after the Astros selected Carlos Correa. Thirteen years later, Buxton is performing like the everyday superstar the Twins hoped he would be.

Minnesota Twins All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton, who will participate in the Home Run Derby, hit for the cycle Saturday in a 12-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the first cycle hit at Target Field since it opened in 2010.

MLB player prop bets and odds for Oneil Cruz on Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Minnesota Twins.

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a decision on Oneil Cruz after he left Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins.

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