What happened: The Minnesota Twins are campaigning for outfielder Byron Buxton as the second phase of MLB All-Star fan voting gets underway. The team rallied supporters around the slugging center fielder, touting a 10,040-foot figure as its rallying cry for the push.
Why it matters: Phase 2 voting determines the American League starters, and vote totals reset for this round, putting the finalists back on equal footing. A starting selection would mark a milestone in Buxton's recognition among the league's top outfielders after he advanced out of the first phase of balloting.
What to watch: Phase 2 voting opens Monday, June 29 at noon ET and closes Thursday, July 2. Watch whether Buxton's totals hold up against the other AL outfield finalists to lock in a starting spot.