Buxton Slump, No Single Savior | Minnesota Twins News

Byron Buxton’s once-dominant season has nosedived since the All-Star break, with a brutal .172 average, just two extra-base hits in 18 games, and no homers — signaling something deeper than a slump. As the Twins’ playoff push hinges on his performance, the team is quietly pivoting: Royce Lewis, once seen as the heir apparent, hasn’t stepped into the spotlight fully. Instead of one star stepping up, Minnesota’s future may be built on a collective effort — a new identity where leadership emerges from many, not just one. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/17ed26da83379bfc