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Buxton Hit By Pitch: Twins Avoid Major Injury Scare
4 Apr
Summary
- Byron Buxton was hit by a 92 mph pitch on Friday night.
- X-rays were negative, revealing a contusion in his right forearm.
- The Twins defeated the Rays 10-4 following the incident.
Minnesota Twins' two-time All-Star Byron Buxton experienced a frightening moment on Friday night when he was hit by a 92 miles per hour pitch during the bottom of the seventh inning against the Tampa Bay Rays. Buxton, who had been 0-3 at the plate prior to the incident, was immediately taken to the locker room for imaging.
Relief washed over the Twins' fanbase as X-rays later revealed negative results, indicating that Buxton suffered a contusion in his right forearm, avoiding a more severe injury. Despite Buxton's removal, the Twins' offense rallied, scoring seven runs in the seventh to secure a 10-4 victory over the Rays.
It remains uncertain whether Buxton will miss any playing time due to the contusion. His current season statistics show a .154 batting average, .207 on-base percentage, and .269 slugging percentage. Buxton was also a participant for the United States in the World Baseball Classic during the offseason.
