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Mizutani: Byron Buxton is every bit deserving of this All-Star moment
As superstar center fielder Byron Buxton prepares for a homecoming this week with the Home Run Derby and the All Star Game taking place at Truist Park in Atlanta, it’s fitting that injury scare last week briefly threatened his ability to compete.
Where is Byron Buxton from? Hometown, college, more to know about Twins star's Georgia roots
Buxton was born and raised in Baxley, Ga., which is located in the southeastern portion of the state. Baxley is about 3.5 hours south of Atlanta, located more in rural Georgia, and is actually closer to Florida, sitting just over two hours away from Jacksonville.
Buxton, finally healthy last winter, coached his son's 11U team and rediscovered his love for baseball. Now he's an All-Star again.
Byron Buxton is no stranger to the injury list. Here's a breakdown of his various ailments throughout his MLB career.
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