Twins promote top prospect Walker Jenkins as Buxton's status remains uncertain

In the United States, the Minnesota Twins have called up top prospect Walker Jenkins from Triple-A St. Paul. This decision comes as All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton's status remains unclear due to a hip injury. Jenkins, the fifth overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, was batting .308 with 12 home runs in 69 games. The Twins announced the move on social media ahead of their series against the Chicago White Sox.

Twins promote top prospect Walker Jenkins as Buxton's status remains uncertain
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Published Aug 27, 2026
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Mestios ReporterCole HarrisonAlex Moreno

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