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Byron Buxton replaces Alex Kirilloff on Twins 2023 ALDS roster
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Twins, Byron Buxton have engaged in contract talks, outfielder
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Buxton, Farmer hit 3-run homers as Twins top Astros 9-6
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Twins: Carlos Correa, Royce Lewis on AL Wild Card roster; Byron
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Position-by-position advantage: Twins or Astros - Twinkie Town
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MLB playoff 2023 injury news: Latest Twins vs. Astros lineup
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Astros vs. Twins Player Props Betting Odds
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Byron Buxton undergoes knee surgery, Alex Kirilloff set for labrum
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Kirilloff to injured list, Byron Buxton activated for Game 4
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MLB Trade Rumors and News: Twins dealing with injuries to Byron
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Byron Buxton sits at start of game, then gets picked off as pinch
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Byron Buxton - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates
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Byron Buxton homers in his first 2 at-bats as the Twins beat Lance
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Twins set ALDS roster; Byron Buxton not on it – Twin Cities