Byron Buxton’s Monster Homer Propels Twins Over Rangers

Updated ⁤June 11,⁤ 2025
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Byron Buxton’s prodigious power was on full display Wednesday night as his three-run home run, measured at 479 feet, helped the⁤ Minnesota⁤ Twins‍ secure a 6-2 victory over the Texas Rangers.The towering shot, the second-longest in Major League Baseball this season, landed deep in the center field stands at Target⁢ Field.

The ⁢ monster home run,off texas Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter in the third inning,was⁤ Buxton’s longest in ⁣his career. Only Mike Trout’s 484-foot blast for the Los Angeles⁣ Angels earlier this ⁣season surpasses it.

Before his home run heroics, Buxton also showcased his defensive skills with a diving catch against Marcus Semien, earning a standing ovation from‍ the home crowd. Willi Castro contributed to the Twins’ offense with a two-run triple.

⁢ ‍ “That’s ⁤big boy status,” Buxton said of his home run. “I ain’t going to ‍lie. I knew that was a good one.”

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli lauded Buxton’s all-around ⁢performance, calling it “one of the more mesmerizing ‍performances that you’ll ever see on a⁢ field.” ‍Castro echoed the sentiment, calling Buxton “one of the best players in the league.”

As⁢ returning from the injured list, Buxton is hitting .350‍ with 14 ⁢RBIs and three stolen ⁣bases.His 11 home runs lead the⁢ twins, solidifying his⁤ role as a key player in their lineup. The Twins’ ⁣victory also marked a milestone for Buxton, as he moved⁤ ahead of Hall of Famer ‍Joe Mauer on the team’s‍ all-time home run‍ list.

What’s next

The Twins look to continue ‍their winning ⁤ways as they face the Rangers in the series finale. Buxton’s performance has provided a⁤ notable boost to⁤ the team, and they hope he can maintain his momentum.