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Twins Place Byron Buxton on 10-Day IL for Ribcage Inflammation

Minnesota reinstated catcher Ryan Jeffers from paternity leave, replacing Buxton with Triple-A callup Pierson Ohl.

Jul 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) hits a sacrifice fly against the Washington Nationals in the fifth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Jul 4, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) runs back to the dugout during the second inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Byron Buxton was added to the injured list retroactive to July 27 after experiencing left ribcage inflammation.
  • Twins manager Rocco Baldelli had told reporters two days earlier that Buxton would not need an IL stint.
  • Through 85 games this season Buxton is slashing .282/.343/.561 with 23 home runs, 59 RBIs and 17 stolen bases.
  • Catcher Ryan Jeffers returned from the paternity list to occupy Buxton’s outfield roster spot.
  • Right-hander Pierson Ohl was selected from Triple-A St. Paul after posting a 2.17 ERA and 79 strikeouts in 22 minor league appearances.