Twins All-Star Byron Buxton Placed on 10-Day Injured List with Rib Inflammation

Minnesota Twins All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to rib inflammation, retroactive to Sunday. This decision comes despite manager Rocco Baldelli's initial optimistic assessment following an MRI, after Buxton, 31, exited Saturday's game with left side soreness. Buxton's injury is a significant blow to the Twins' postseason aspirations and further complicates their stance ahead of the MLB trade deadline. He was slashing .282/.343/.561 with 23 home runs, 59 RBI, and 17 stolen bases in 17 attempts this season, having also participated in the MLB Home Run Derby.