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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
James Outman is filling in for injured Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (hip). Outman is making his fifth consecutive start against the Houston Astros on May 18, 2026. Despite being on the roster all season, he has logged only 48 plate appearances with a .178/.229/.289 slash line, zero home runs, and four stolen bases. He is expected to return to a bench role once Buxton recovers from his hip injury.
Strengths
- + Getting consistent playing time as fill-in starter
- + Demonstrating speed with 4 stolen bases
- + Opportunity to prove himself in extended role
- + Making fifth consecutive start showing manager confidence
Weaknesses
- - Extremely poor batting average (.178)
- - Very low on-base percentage (.229)
- - Minimal power production (.289 slugging percentage)
- - Zero home runs in 48 plate appearances
- - Limited offensive production overall
- - Expected to return to bench role when Buxton returns
- - Struggling significantly at the plate
About
James Outman is a center fielder for the Minnesota Twins.
Player Overview
Position
CF
Team
Minnesota Twins
Recent News
Byron Buxton (hip) remains out of the lineup for the fifth consecutive game on Monday against the Astros.
May 18, 2026
Byron Buxton (hip) remains out of the lineup for Saturday's showdown against the Brewers.
May 16, 2026
James Outman went 2-for-3 with a double, three RBI and a walk Thursday against the Marlins.
May 14, 2026