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The Minnesota Twins placed outfielder Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list due to ribcage inflammation, with backup Harrison Bader ready to fill in. Buxton, having a career-best season, has a history of injuries, and his absence could impact the team's lineup, especially if Bader is traded before the deadline. The team also added Pierson Ohl from Triple-A to the roster.
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton was hit by a pitch and exited the game, but x-rays showed no fracture; he remains day-to-day with soreness.
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton impresses during the team's first full-squad workout, displaying good health and predicting 30 stolen bases for the upcoming season. Buxton's performance, including a booming hit during batting practice and a confident media session, signals his optimism for the season ahead. Despite a history of injuries, Buxton's strong showing and participation in outfield drills indicate a positive start to spring training, with the team planning to gradually build him up for exhibition games.
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton, feeling "fully healthy" after knee surgeries, is nervous about returning to center field after a two-year absence, but his strong bond with the team's trainers has paved the way for his positive mindset. Buxton's knee continues to trend in a positive direction, and he credits his relationship with the training staff for his successful recovery and readiness for spring training.
Several key players will be absent from the 2023 MLB playoffs divisional series due to injuries. Max Scherzer of the Texas Rangers is sidelined with a shoulder strain, while John Means of the Baltimore Orioles is dealing with elbow soreness. Byron Buxton of the Minnesota Twins remains out with a hamstring injury, and Kyle Wright of the Atlanta Braves is on the injured list with a strained throwing shoulder. Additionally, Kendall Graveman of the Houston Astros is not on the roster due to shoulder discomfort.
The Minnesota Twins have finalized their playoff roster, and outfielder Byron Buxton did not make the cut. However, top prospect Royce Lewis and shortstop Carlos Correa have been included in the roster.
The Minnesota Twins have placed designated hitter Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list due to a strained right hamstring. Buxton, who has been dealing with knee problems, has been limited to DH duties this season. The Twins have not provided a timeline for his return. Jordan Luplow has been called up to take Buxton's spot on the active roster.
The Minnesota Twins claimed outfielder Jordan Luplow off waivers after he was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays, adding him to their roster while placing Byron Buxton on the injured list.
The Minnesota Twins have placed designated hitter Byron Buxton on the paternity list, causing him to miss the entire three-game series against the Seattle Mariners. Buxton, who has struggled this season with a .195 batting average, 17 homers, and 40 RBIs, will be replaced by outfielder Trevor Larnach, who has been recalled from Triple-A St. Paul.
Byron Buxton ends his slump with an impressive performance, leading the Minnesota Twins to a victory over the Chicago White Sox in a baseball game.
Sean Murphy will start as catcher for the Atlanta Braves in their game against the Minnesota Twins, while Byron Buxton returns to the Twins' lineup. The game is scheduled for 7:20 PM ET and can be watched on Bally Sports South or TBS.
Travis d’Arnaud returns to the lineup as catcher for the Atlanta Braves in their series opener against the Minnesota Twins. Despite Sean Murphy's return to the lineup, d’Arnaud will start and bat fifth. Byron Buxton is out of the Twins' lineup, with Edward Julien starting as the DH.
Tim Anderson has temporarily moved to second base due to a sore throwing shoulder, but the White Sox intend to move him back to shortstop eventually. Byron Buxton is day-to-day with back spasms, adding to his ongoing knee issues. Eduardo Rodriguez is making progress in his recovery from a pulley rupture in his left index finger and could return to the Tigers' rotation before the All-Star break. Matt Manning is expected to be activated from the 60-day IL soon.
Byron Buxton made history in a 6-0 victory over the Red Sox at Target Field by becoming the first hitter in the Statcast era to hit multiple homers of 460 feet or longer in one game. Buxton's pair of blasts also marked the two longest homers by any Minnesota hitter in 2021. He had been in a deep slump for much of the last month but has now collected extra-base hits in three consecutive games, including a homer as part of a two-hit effort on Tuesday and a double on Wednesday before his two awe-inspiring blasts on Thursday.
Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse reflects on the Minnesota Twins' past and present, highlighting players such as George Frazier, Byron Buxton, Louie Varland, and Edouard Julien.