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What happened to Byron Buxton? Live injury updates for Twins vs. Astros 6/14/25

What happened to Byron Buxton? Live injury updates for Twins vs. Astros 6/14/25

MLB Injury Report

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By: Keagan Smith

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton exited Saturday’s game against the Houston Astros early due to a left elbow contusion, per the team.

During an at-bat in the top of the sixth inning, Buxton took a pitch to the left elbow from Astros starter Hunter Brown. Buxton remained in the game for a time and even stole second base after the HBP, but later exited during the seventh inning.

At the time he left, Buxton was 0-for-2 with a strikeout as the Twins remained deadlocked in a 2-2 game. Harrison Bader entered to replace Buxton in center field.

Buxton has been Minnesota’s best player by far this season, slashing .273/.338/.502 with 14 extra-base hits, 41 RBIs, 11 home runs, and 12 stolen bases. If he misses time moving forward, his loss will be a significant one for a 36-33 Twins squad fighting for second place in the AL Central.

This article will be updated when more details are made available.

Keagan Smith
Keagan Smith
Keagan is a Texas-based editor and analyst who believes sports are the true eighth wonder of the world. After starting out in local media, he’s provided coverage for DraftKings Network since 2024. He gravitates toward football, hoops and hockey, but is happy to watch and write about any game that involves a ball or a puck. While his own athletic career ended in middle school, he’s also an avid fantasy player with a soft spot for dynasty formats, spending countless hours crafting the ever-elusive perfect squad.
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