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Buxton hits grand slam in Twins' 10-run 5th inning against Diamondbacks
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Byron Buxton hit a grand slam for his 24th home run of the season in the Minnesota Twins' 10-run fifth inning against Arizona on Saturday night in a 16-8 victory.Buxton tied Houston’s Yordan Alvarez for the American League homer lead and made the score 12-0. It was the center fielder’s third care...
Key takeaway Buxton tied Houston’s Yordan Alvarez for the American League homer lead and made the score 12-0.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio baseball fans watching the Minnesota Twins take on the Arizona Diamondbacks were treated to a rare display of offensive firepower, with the Twins scoring 10 runs in a single inning. While the Twins' 16-8 victory may not have direct implications for local baseball enthusiasts, the impressive performance by Byron Buxton and Brooks Lee serves as a reminder that exciting baseball can be found across the league. For fans in San Antonio, this game may have been a welcome distraction from the local sports scene, and a chance to see talented players like Buxton and Lee in action. The Twins' big win also highlights the competitive balance in the American League, where several teams, including the Twins, are vying for playoff spots. As the season heats up, San Antonio fans can expect to see more thrilling matchups like this one.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Byron Buxton hit a grand slam for his 24th home run of the season in the Minnesota Twins' 10-run fifth inning against Arizona on Saturday night in a 16-8 victory.Buxton tied Houston’s Yordan Alvarez for the American League homer lead and made the score 12-0. It was the center fielder’s third care...
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