Twins' Byron Buxton on 10-Day Injured List

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Minnesota Twins announced Thursday that center fielder Byron Buxton has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to inflammation in his right hip. This decision comes just three days after Buxton exited a game against Kansas City, where he had been experiencing discomfort. Twins manager Rocco Baldelli confirmed that Buxton received an injection for the issue and is expected to be unavailable for several days. Baldelli emphasized the need for the team to manage their roster effectively, stating, “We just can’t play short for almost a week.” The injured list move is retroactive to Tuesday, allowing for Buxton's earliest possible return on August 23. The 30-year-old player has had a solid season, boasting a .275 batting average with 16 home runs and 49 RBIs over 90 games. However, he has faced multiple injury setbacks this season, including back stiffness earlier this month and a significant knee issue that sidelined him for 14 games in May. Buxton's injury history is concerning, as he previously missed the final six weeks of the 2022 season due to a strained right hip, which was linked to ongoing knee pain. Despite the current setback, Baldelli expressed optimism that Buxton's absence would not extend beyond the minimum required time on the injured list, highlighting the team's efforts to keep him active as long as possible before making this decision.