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Byron Buxton Suffers Shoulder Contusion After Colliding With the Wall
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (shoulder) was removed from Friday night's game early against the division-rival Kansas City Royals with a right-shoulder contusion after he collided with the outfield wall while making a catch in the third inning, according to Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Buxton went 0-for-1 at the plate before eventually being replaced by Ryan Kreidler in center field. Until we know more about the severity of Buxton's injury, we'll consider him day-to-day. Fantasy managers will want to check back for more information on the veteran outfielder on Saturday and to see if he's back in the starting lineup at Target Field. An extended absence for Buxton could lead to more playing time in center field for both Austin Martin and James Outman in Minnesota. The 32-year-old Buxton had a career-high 35 home runs and also drove in 83 runs and stole 24 bases in a resurgent 2025 season in his 11th year in the big leagues, but he's currently on pace to set a new career high in homers, as he entered Friday's action with 18 long balls in just 54 games played. Buxton has a lengthy injury history over his career, so fantasy managers won't be surprised if he lands on the injured list.
Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press - Betsy Helfand
Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press - Betsy Helfand
