Minnesota Twins Injuries

Aug 22, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (23) runs after hitting a single against the Chicago White Sox during the ninth inning at Rate Field.

Since losing Pablo Lopez for the season, the Twins have dodged injury scares involving Lewis and Joe Ryan.

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Since losing Pablo Lopez for the season, the Twins have dodged injury scares involving Lewis and Joe Ryan.

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Jul 3, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher David Festa (58) delivers a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at loanDepot Park.

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Festa was already a candidate for a move to the bullpen, but his latest injury might make that even more logical.

Feb 25, 2025; Fort Myers, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins designated hitter Royce Lewis (23) bats against the New York Yankees in the first inning at Lee Health Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Chris Tilley-Imagn Images

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Royce Lewis was scratched from the Twins lineup on Thursday due to tightness in his right side after running the bases before an exhibition game against the Pirates. According to Dan Hayes, the Twins decided to pull him from the lineup as a precaution.

Aug 25, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan (41) pitches to the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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Minnesota avoided disaster with one of its top pitchers.

Sep 20, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan (41) reacts to Cleveland Guardians catcher Bo Naylor’s (23) solo home run during the second inning of game one of a double header at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Minnesota's star pitcher was held out of his first spring training start.

Sep 15, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (49) waves to the crowd as he is introduced for being a Roberto Clemente award nominee before a game against the New York Yankees at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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A second opinion on Lopez's elbow deemed he had suffered ligament damage. He will now undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery.

Pitcher Pablo Lopez, left, walks to the dugout after taking part in live batting practice during the Minnesota Twins first full-squad workout of spring training at Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers, Fla., on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026.

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Barring a miraculous result from a second opinion, it's highly likely that Minnesota Twins ace Pablo Lopez will miss the entire 2026 season after suffering a torn ligament in his right elbow.

May 17, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (49) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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Pablo Lopez's 2026 season is in jeopardy with word out of Minnesota Twins spring training igniting fears that he may need Tommy John surgery after ending a bullpen session with elbow soreness on Monday.

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Minnesota's star pitcher is already dealing with an elbow injury at Spring Training.

Sep 8, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Luke Keaschall (15) is greeted in the dugout after scoring a run during the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

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After leaving Tuesday's Twins-Rangers game with a sprained thumb, it's now been confirmed that Minnesota rookie sensation Luke Keaschall will likely need surgery.

Sep 12, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins third base Royce Lewis (23) during a stoppage in play against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the sixth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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It's unclear if Lewis's putrid numbers in May were a result of returning too soon from the injury, but Lewis himself admits that he came back too soon after re-injuring his hamstring.

Aug 25, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Minnesota Twins right fielder Matt Wallner (38) reacts after hitting a fly ball to the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

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Wallner wasn't bad in 2025, but he'll look to stay healthier and bounce back offensively next year.

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Just in time for the playoff run, right?

Jul 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher David Festa (58) delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs in the first inning at Target Field.

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Festa will visit with renowned pitching injury specialist Dr. Keith Meister for an examination.

Jun 3, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (49) throws a pitch against the Athletics during the first inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

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Lopez has been out since early June with a strained muscle in his throwing shoulder.

Jul 12, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (25) celebrates his home run for the cycle against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the seventh inning at Target Field.

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Buxton is back just in time for the resurgent Twins' series at Yankee Stadium.

Apr 8, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) celebrates with left fielder Trevor Larnach (9) after hitting a three-run home run against the Houston Astros during the eighth inning at Target Field.

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Buxton is on track to potentially return from the IL on Friday night at Target Field.

Apr 19, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Luke Keaschall (15) in action against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Truist Park.

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Keaschall reportedly has a locker in the Twins' clubhouse in Detroit, suggesting his rehab assignment is over.

Apr 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober (17) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.

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Ober will look to bounce back after a horrible June and missing all of July due to injury.

Jul 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Dodger Stadium.

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Buxton is headed to the IL for the second time this season due to rib inflammation.

Jul 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher David Festa (58) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Dodger Stadium.

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The Twins are having a very tough time keeping their starters healthy this season.