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Byron Buxton Declines Trade, Twins Shift Deadline Focus to Relievers

Buxton’s enforcement of his no-trade clause secures his stay through 2028, prompting the Twins to explore deals for relievers Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax.

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ATLANTA, GA - JULY 18: Atlanta Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos speaks to the media before the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Truist Park on July 18, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 09: Jhoan Duran #59 (L) and Ryan Jeffers #27 of the Minnesota Twins celebrate the win against the Chicago Cubs after the game at Target Field on July 09, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Cubs 4-2.
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 11: Jhoan Duran #59 of the Minnesota Twins celebrates the win against the Pittsburgh Pirates after the game at Target Field on July 11, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Pirates 2-1.

Overview

  • Byron Buxton confirmed he won’t waive his no-trade clause, declaring “I’m a Minnesota Twin for the rest of my life” after hitting .289/.351/.574 with 21 homers in the first half.
  • Buxton’s decision closes the door on any deal to the Mets, who have posted just a .614 OPS from their center-field spot and must now pursue alternative outfield targets.
  • The Twins have not engaged in trade talks for starting pitcher Joe Ryan, keeping the 29-year-old’s 2.72 ERA and 121 strikeouts locked into their rotation.
  • Contenders including the Phillies, Tigers, Cubs, Dodgers and Reds have shown strong interest in securing Twins relievers Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax.
  • At 47-49 and trailing by 11.5 games in the AL Central, Minnesota’s standing at the break underscores its role as a seller ahead of the July 31 deadline.