Minnesota Twins‘ Byron Buxton recently suffered a major setback after sustaining an injury during his team’s game against the Kansas City Royals. Consequently, the seasoned center fielder was forced to exit the game early. But what is the exact nature of Buxton’s injury?
Here are all the available details regarding the fitness issues currently troubling the MLB veteran.
What injury is Byron Buxton suffering from?
Buxton’s mid-game departure was due to discomfort in his right hip.
According to Sports Illustrated, the 30-year-old athlete reportedly tweaked his hip during his second at-bat in the third inning. Nevertheless, he continued to play for another two innings, giving his best effort.
After hitting a deep fly ball in his first at-bat, Buxton struck out in the fifth inning and subsequently left the game due to his injury. He was replaced by Manny Margot on defense in the sixth inning.
When will Byron Buxton return to play for the Minnesota Twins?
At the time of writing, the exact date of Byron Buxton’s return remains unknown. His current status is listed as day-to-day, meaning the medical staff has yet to determine the severity of his injury.
Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli conveyed a similar message during a press conference. Commenting on Buxton’s injury, Baldelli stated, “We’re going to see how he feels over the next day or two, and we’ll go from there. We’ll see. He’s been swinging the bat great. He’s looked great recently, so hopefully we get him back soon.”
Since then, Buxton has undergone an MRI, with the results suggesting positive progress, according to CBS Sports. Further assessments of his injury are scheduled, which will ultimately determine his return from the treatment table.
