As expected, Byron Buxton will not be available for the wild-card round of the 2023 MLB postseason.
The Twins revealed their postseason roster on Tuesday morning, and the All-Star outfielder/DH was a notable omission. Buxton has not played in a major league game since Aug. 1, although he attempted a couple of brief rehab stints at Triple-A in August and September.
The former Gold Glover is dealing with a strained hamstring in addition to ongoing trouble with his right knee.
Reporters (including Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press) noticed Buxton wasn’t on the field yesterday for a team workout, which was a strong indication he wouldn’t be ready to play on Tuesday. Presumably, he will continue to prepare in hopes he can rejoin the team later in October, should the Twins advance.
Both Royce Lewis and Carlos Correa were named to the postseason roster. Neither had played since mid-September. Correa confirmed on Monday he would be ready to go for the wild-card round, but Lewis was less optimistic.
\The two-time All-Star and the rookie sensation have both been cleared to play. The Twins could use all hands on deck as they look to break their 18-game postseason losing streak.
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