All-Star center fielders Byron Buxton and Mike Trout have indicated they do not plan to exercise their no-trade clauses, signaling they will remain with their respective teams. This stance could limit the options for teams looking to acquire outfield talent before the trade deadline.
Buxton, currently with the Minnesota Twins, directly addressed speculation about a potential move. "Nah," Buxton said when asked if he would consider leaving the Twins, referencing his no-trade clause. When pressed about the possibility of being traded to his home-state Atlanta Braves, Buxton emphasized his commitment to Minnesota, stating, "At the end of the day, Atlanta ain’t home." He further clarified his geographic perspective, noting that his home is closer to Savannah and Jacksonville than to Atlanta, distinguishing it as his true home.