During the 3‑2 victory over the Kansas City Royals, Twins outfielder Byron Buxton left in the fifth inning with right hip soreness. The injury forced him to exit early, mirroring the setback that caused him to miss the All‑Star Game earlier this month.

Manager Derek Shelton described the joint as one that can flare up. “He felt fine before the game, so we’ll see the doctor and reevaluate,” Shelton said. The team has already scheduled a medical review to determine the next steps.

Buxton, 32, returned from the 10‑day injured list on July 20 after missing nine games. In the recent outing he went 0‑for‑2, but his season averages remain solid, batting .263 with 45 RBIs and seven stolen bases.

With his hip still under observation, the Twins will monitor his condition closely as the rest of the season approaches. Fans and analysts alike await a clear timeline for his full return to the lineup.