Projecting Twins’ 2028 lineup with top prospects Vahn Lackey, Marek Houston

Here is a projection of the Minnesota Twins' 2028 lineup with prospects Vahn Lackey and Marek Houston.

By Jackson Kruse · Puckett's Pond

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Writer Jackson Kruse projected the Minnesota Twins' 2028 lineup featuring prospects Vahn Lackey and Marek Houston.
Kruse slotted Luke Keaschall as the designated hitter and Walker Jenkins as the primary center fielder.
The projection moves veteran Byron Buxton to left field to help manage his long-term injury risks.

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Writer Jackson Kruse projected the Minnesota Twins' 2028 Opening Day lineup, highlighting top prospects Vahn Lackey and Marek Houston among the projected starters. Kruse positioned Lackey, the 2026 No. 3 overall draft pick, at catcher and Houston at shortstop based on internal talent.

Kruse's projected batting order includes Luke Keaschall at designated hitter, Walker Jenkins in center field, Kaelen Culpepper at second base, and Byron Buxton shifting to left field. The projection omits infielder Royce Lewis, whom Kruse suggests the Twins might move on from.

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