AL Central: The Buxton backup plan
Feb 10 2026
Byron Buxton logged a career-high 542 PA last year, his first 500+ PA season since 2017, but we shouldn't assume he'll be able to do it again. Even in a "healthy" season, he spent 31 days on the IL, and has accrued 513 IL days for his career. His PA average over the last five seasons is 383. Whether in MLB or fantasy, it's crucial to have a Buxton backup plan in place.
In the past, the Twins have done this by signing veterans like Michael Taylor and Harrison Bader, but this year, they seem intent to rely on in-house options. The first of those is likely Austin Martin. Martin played 11 games in CF for the Twins last year, and another 12 for Triple-A St. Paul. He offers emerging plate discipline (12% bb%, 80% ct% last year)...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
With the trade deadline behind us, the Angels have a new catching option in Moisés Ballesteros.
Aug 5 2026 3:05am
Aug 5 2026 3:05am
Has Kristian Campbell's resurgent July put him on the radar for a return to the majors? Plus, SP depth in TB, BAL catching woes, and more.
Aug 4 2026 3:05am
Aug 4 2026 3:05am
We take a look at the closer situation in Arizona and potential prospect call-ups in Colorado and San Francisco, among other veterans throughout the NL West.
Aug 1 2026 3:06am
Aug 1 2026 3:06am
The Cardinals are a team that could buy or sell this weekend.
Jul 31 2026 3:05am
Jul 31 2026 3:05am
Alex Lange's days as the KC closer might be numbered. Plus, a look at the catching situation in CHW, Logan Allen improving in CLE, two hot young hitters in DET, and possible bullpen changes in MIN.
Jul 30 2026 3:05am
Jul 30 2026 3:05am
