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The Minnesota Twins placed Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list with a right hip impingement, his third IL stint of the season, with surgery on the table and no clear return timeline. Gabriel Gonzalez was recalled, and top prospect Walker Jenkins will start in center field as Minnesota pursues a playoff push, though Buxton’s health and recent decline complicate the team’s outlook.
The Minnesota Twins called up their top prospect Walker Jenkins, 21, to make his MLB debut Friday against the Chicago White Sox, aiming to bolster a fading playoff bid. Jenkins is the Twins’ highest-ranked prospect since Byron Buxton and will be their youngest position player to debut since Buxton in 2015, a move tied in part to Buxton’s hip injury.
Chris Sale continued his elite form for Atlanta with a seventh straight quality start, keeping his NL Cy Young bid alive; Tarik Skubal returns to Detroit to face his former club after an impressive Dodgers stint; Hillsborough County moves toward funding a Rays stadium with a mix of city money and heavy private backing; Twins promote top outfield prospect Walker Jenkins for his major league debut, pairing him with Kaelen Culpepper as Minnesota looks to the future.
The Minnesota Twins will promote top prospect Walker Jenkins to start in center field against the Chicago White Sox as Byron Buxton rests with a sore hip. Jenkins, the No. 5 overall pick in 2023, has slashed .308/.407/.532 with 12 homers in 307 Triple-A plate appearances this season and has heated up after returning from injuries, signaling he may be nearing a big-league impact.
The Minnesota Twins plan to call up top outfield prospect Walker Jenkins for Friday, needing to clear both active- and 40-man-roster spots. Jenkins is a widely regarded top-20 prospect with a minor-league line of about .303/.404/.490, strong plate discipline, and defensive versatility, but his progress has been tempered by a history of injuries (hip impingement, hamate, quad/hamstring, ankle sprain, AC joint). The promotion signals a significant step for the organization and a potential five‑tool contributor in the majors.
The Twins placed Byron Buxton on the injured list again with a persistent right hip strain/impingement, receiving an injection with hopes of a short downtime as the club pursues bullpen help at the trade deadline. Rather than calling up top prospect Walker Jenkins for his MLB debut, Minnesota recalled infielder Tristan Gray to fill Buxton’s roster spot; Gray had hit .232/.271/.333 in 63 games at the majors. Jenkins, back from a shoulder injury, has posted strong minors numbers (.292/.364/.494 in 23 games) and is viewed as a solid defensive center fielder, but the Twins opted to give Gray the immediate roster move."
The Minnesota Twins have signed Walker Jenkins, their first-round pick from the recent MLB draft. Jenkins, an 18-year-old left-handed hitting outfielder, received a signing bonus slightly above the slot value for the fifth overall pick. He was the last of the first-rounders to sign, with the deadline being today. Jenkins is highly regarded for his batting skills, power potential, speed, and defensive abilities. The Twins benefited from the draft lottery system, which allowed them to jump up and select Jenkins with the fifth pick. He is already considered a top prospect in the league by Baseball America and ESPN.
The Minnesota Twins had an enjoyable Day 1 of the MLB Draft, selecting high school prospects Walker Jenkins and Charlee Soto, as well as college player Luke Keaschall. Jenkins, a five-tool player, was highly praised by scouts and coaches, while Soto impressed with his pitching abilities. Keaschall, a dynamic athlete, had a standout season at Arizona State. The Twins paid tribute to late scout Mike Radcliff by wearing white visors, his signature look. The draft will continue with Rounds 3 to 10 on Monday.
The Minnesota Twins selected North Carolina high school slugger Walker Jenkins with the No. 5 pick in the MLB draft. Jenkins, known as "Captain America," is praised for his powerful left-handed swing and potential as an outfielder. The Twins also drafted Florida high school right-hander Charlee Soto with the No. 34 pick and Arizona State second baseman Luke Keaschall with the No. 49 pick.
The Minnesota Twins selected outfielder Walker Jenkins with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. Jenkins, a highly regarded high school player from North Carolina, was considered one of the top prospects in this year's draft class. The Twins benefited from a favorable draft position after moving up eight spots in the lottery.
The Minnesota Twins selected Walker Jenkins as the 5th overall pick in the MLB Draft. Jenkins, a premier prep prospect, is advised by super-agent Scott Boras and is known for his athleticism, power, and potential to hit 30 home runs at the next level. Committed to North Carolina, Jenkins is projected to be a top pick and has the best hit/power combo among prep bats.
The Texas Rangers enjoyed a comeback win against the Blue Jays, with the bottom of the lineup stepping up. Jacob deGrom is rehabbing following UCL surgery and hopes to return in August of next year, taking the Jake Odorizzi route of being a useful teammate. The Rangers are predicted to take prep OF Walker Jenkins with the No. 4 overall pick in the MLB draft. Despite a rough week, the Rangers remain at No. 3 in the latest MLB Power Rankings.