{"id":110381,"date":"2025-12-06T00:46:14","date_gmt":"2025-12-06T05:46:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/?p=110381"},"modified":"2025-12-06T00:46:34","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T05:46:34","slug":"where-byron-buxton-could-land-if-traded","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2025\/12\/06\/where-byron-buxton-could-land-if-traded\/","title":{"rendered":"Where a Speedy Star Center Fielder Could Land If Traded"},"content":{"rendered":"

Byron Buxton<\/a> is one of the most tantalizing players in baseball when healthy: an elite defender, game-changing speed, and the power to hit 25\u201330 homers a season. Unfortunately, injuries have tempered his full-season impact, and his massive contract, combined with the Minnesota Twins\u2019 rebuilding timeline, makes him a prime trade candidate in 2025\u201326.<\/p>\n

The two-time All-Star<\/a> has reportedly agreed to waive his no-trade clause, which immediately broadens the market. Here are three realistic landing spots, including packages that could make sense.<\/p>\n

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Sep 26, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Miami Marlins third base Jake Burger (36) flies out to Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (25) in the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Top Trade Landing Spots for Byron Buxton<\/h2>\n

1. Los Angeles Dodgers \u2014 The Perfect Fit for a Win-Now Contender<\/h3>\n

Why It Makes Sense<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Dodgers<\/a> are always looking to add high-upside, elite defenders who can impact both offense and outfield alignment. Buxton would slide into center, taking pressure off their outfield\u00a0rotation while dramatically improving defense at the keystone of a championship-caliber outfield. LA has payroll flexibility and a playoff window perfectly aligned with Buxton\u2019s prime years.<\/p>\n

Possible Trade Package:<\/strong><\/p>\n