Byron Buxton is going back to the All-Star Game and back home to Georgia, this time with his family. And this time, after consulting with teammates, family and friends, the Twins center fielder is going as a Home Run Derby participant,

Minnesota Twins slugger Byron Buxton to compete in 2025 Home Run Derby in home state Georgia before playing in annual 2025 MLB All-Star Game.

Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton, a Georgia native, will partake in the 2025 Home Run Derby. Major League Baseball made the announcement on Monday, a week before the Derby is slated to be held at Truist Park, the regular-season home of the Atlanta Braves.