Recent Twins first-round picks
2015: Tyler Jay, LHP: Moved into rotation at Class A Fort Myers this year and has had some dominating starts.
2014: Nick Gordon, SS: Started strongly at Fort Myers but has struggled at the plate over the past three weeks.
2013: Kohl Stewart, RHP: Was recently promoted to Class AA Chattanooga after increasing his strikeout rate at Fort Meyers.
2012: Byron Buxton, OF: Was demoted to Class AAA Rochester in April but is back in Minnesota with a new approach and is having success.
2011: Levi Michael, SS: Has been promoted just once in four-plus seasons due to ineffectiveness or injuries.
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