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InjuryMINSep 11, 2026, 5:25 PM EDTSignal confidence 100%

Buxton Done for 2026 After Season-Ending Hip Surgery Scheduled

Twins manager Derek Shelton confirmed Buxton will have arthroscopic surgery on his right hip, ending his 2026 campaign with a possible Opening Day 2027 return.

Posterior generated visual for Minnesota Twins: Buxton Done for 2026 After Season-Ending Hip Surgery Scheduled

Manager Derek Shelton told reporters that Byron Buxton will have arthroscopic surgery on his right hip next Friday, ending his 2026 season. More details on his recovery timeline will follow the procedure, but Shelton indicated Buxton could be ready for the start of the 2027 season. Buxton is currently on the 10-day IL and can be transferred to the 60-day IL when the Twins need the roster spot. In 93 games this season he hit 25 home runs and slashed .254/.319/.511 despite persistent hip trouble.

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