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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

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 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.

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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.

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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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.

May 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) celebrates hitting a single against the Baltimore Orioles in the fifth inning at Target Field.

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After missing most of the last two games with a hand contusion, Buxton will play on Friday.

Jul 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) slides into second base successfully after stealing second base against the Chicago Cubs in the first inning at Target Field.

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Hopefully Buxton will feel good enough to play in Friday night's marquee pitching matchup.

Jun 28, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober (17) throws a pitch against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Comerica Park.

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Ober had a 9.00 ERA in five June starts. It's unclear who will pitch in his spot on Friday.