Overview
- Buxton was placed on the injured list with left rib-cage inflammation on July 29 and missed 13 games.
- He has compiled a .282 batting average with 23 home runs, 59 RBIs and a .905 OPS in 85 games this season.
- The 31-year-old outfielder has swiped 17 bases without being caught and earned his second All-Star selection this year.
- After a midseason concussion, Buxton is on pace to play the second-most games of his 11-year career.
- His return highlights Minnesota’s ongoing use of minor-league depth and roster adjustments to manage player availability.