Byron Buxton exits Twins' loss with re-injured hip
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:04 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Byron Buxton exited the Minnesota Twins’ 4-2 loss to the Oakland Athletics on August 25 after appearing to re-injure his right hip during the seventh inning. Buxton, 32, has been sidelined twice this season due to hip issues. His departure adds to ongoing concerns about his health as the Twins navigate a competitive season. The team will likely monitor his condition closely in the days ahead.
- •Twins lost 4-2 to the Athletics on August 25
- •Buxton exited in the seventh inning after a hip injury
- •He has been on the injured list twice this season for the same issue
- •Twins now face tougher challenges without Buxton's contribution
- 7:00 AMESPN MLB — Buxton leaves Twins' loss when hip acts up again
"Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton, 32, who has already been sent to the injured list twice this year for right hip injuries, exited his club's 4-2 loss to the Athletics Tuesday, appearing to injure the same hip in the bottom of the seventh inning.
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