Byron Buxton has had an All-Star season for the Minnesota Twins highlighted by his consistent presence in the lineup.

Byron Buxton's dazzling season is being wasted by the floundering Twins. Driving the news: Buxton, who has battled injuries for most of his career, has been healthy and earned an All-Star selection on Sunday.

And this time, after consulting with teammates, family and friends, the Twins center fielder is going as a Monday night Home Run Derby participant next week, too. The last, and first, time Buxton played in the All-Star Game was 2022 in Los Angeles, when he homered in an American League victory at Dodger Stadium.