Byron Buxton Set for Injured List With Hip Issue

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Byron Buxton Set for Injured List With Hip Issue

Buxton is set to be placed on the injured list with a hip issue, according to Underdog MLB, extending Minnesota’s injury concerns after his recent absence. The move removes the Twins’ key outfield bat and speed threat from the active roster, forcing a lineup adjustment while the club waits for clearer recovery timing and a possible return plan.

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Jorge Polanco Activated From IL as Ronny Mauricio Heads to Triple-A

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Polanco was activated from the injured list after an Achilles issue, giving his team a roster boost following the setback. In a separate move, the Mets optioned Mauricio to Triple-A, sending the infielder back down after his latest big-league stint. The updates came on Tuesday, with one veteran returning while the Mets reshuffled their depth chart again.

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Mike Rizzo Recalls Nationals’ Deferred Deal for Max Scherzer

Rizzo said Washington “were called desperate” for deferred contracts before the Dodgers drew praise for similar structures. In a joking exchange, he revisited Scherzer’s seven-year, $210 million deal, deferred over 14 years, and said the ace “earned every dime” by pitching, performing and competing at that level, after the contract helped the Nationals win the World Series title.

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Detroit Tigers Part Ways With Third Base Coach Joey Cora

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Detroit Tigers Part Ways With Third Base Coach Joey Cora

The Tigers and Cora mutually agreed to part ways effective immediately, manager A.J. Hinch announced. Billy Boyer will take over as third base coach for the rest of the season. Hinch said the move was entirely baseball-related and cited philosophical differences, making the change a midseason staff shakeup as Detroit adjusts its coaching setup going forward.

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Willson Contreras Earns AL All-Star Nod After Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Withdrawal

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Willson Contreras Earns AL All-Star Nod After Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Withdrawal

Willson Contreras has been added to the American League All-Star roster after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. withdrew because of a lower back injury. Contreras earns a deserved first AL All-Star selection after producing one of baseball’s best seasons at first base, rewarding his outstanding offensive production and consistent impact before the Midsummer Classic in Philadelphia.

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Junior Caminero and Ben Rice Headline the Early Home Run Derby Field

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Junior Caminero and Ben Rice Headline the Early Home Run Derby Field

Junior Caminero and Ben Rice headline the early Home Run Derby field with two of baseball’s brightest young power bats. Caminero is hitting .284 with 26 homers, 56 RBI and a .928 OPS for the Rays, while Rice is batting .267 with 25 homers, 57 RBI and a .925 OPS for the Yankees. Both add serious juice to July’s showcase.

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