PT TOMORROW: AL Central—Rookies who could have an impact

Minnesota Twins

The Twins have two of MLB’s most exciting prospects in Byron Buxton (OF, MIN) and Miguel Sanó (3B, MIN) (pictured above). Both Buxton and Sano are in the big league camp for spring training, but neither is likely to make the Opening Day roster. Buxton, who turned 20 in December, is widely considered to be the top prospect in the majors. He is #1 on the HQ100. He will probably start the year in Double-A, and could see a September call-up. Buxton, a five-tool prospect, should be owned in all keeper and dynasty leagues.

Sano (#5 on the HQ100) is expected to reach the majors sometime this year (BHQ currently projects him for 60 AB). Sano will turn 21 in May and is one of the best power-hitting prospects in the minors. He...

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