2012 MLB Draft: What Byron Buxton Would Mean to the Minnesota Twins

An unknown source told Jim Bowden of ESPN that the Houston Astros are expected to take Mark Appel with the first-overall pick in tomorrow's MLB draft.

Assuming that this source is accurate, the Minnesota Twins should definitely grab high school outfielder Byron Buxton in the second position.

What exactly does this mean for Minnesota Twins fans?

Honestly, it probably won't mean a lot for a little while. Buxton is entering the draft out of Appling County High School in Baxley, Georgia, and high school prospects almost always need more time in the minor leagues.

That being said, there are plenty of reasons to get excited