What happened to Byron Buxton? Latest injury updates for Twins star
Charlie Cummings gives the latest injury update on Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton.
dknetwork.draftkings.comHere’s the latest on Byron Buxton based on recent reporting:
- Buxton is dealing with forearm soreness after being hit by a pitch. X-rays were negative, but he was held out of Saturday’s lineup as a precaution; no extended absence is expected, with hopes he returns soon [news outlets tracking Twins updates on April 2026].[3][6]
- There was recent coverage noting an earlier ribcage inflammation injury in 2025, but Buxton returned to form that season; continued injury updates in 2024–2025 highlighted that he has had notable health-related absences but also strong All-Star performance when active.[1][2]
- Other outlets in April 2026 described Buxton’s status as a likely return to the lineup within a day or two after the forearm scare, with managers optimistic about his availability off the bench if needed.[6][3]
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Cited sources:
- Buxton forearm update and status from FOX Sports and CBSSports coverage around April 2026.[3][6]
- Earlier injury history and context from DraftKings Network and Puckett’s Pond coverage.[2][1]