Byron Buxton’s season just took a hit as the Minnesota Twins place him on the 10-day injured list with a recurring right hip impingement — the same issue that forced him to exit Tuesday’s game and sidelined him earlier this month. Once slated to start in the All-Star Game, Buxton’s power numbers have dipped lately, with no homers since late June, despite his strong season totals of 25 homers and 45 RBIs. The Twins have called up infielder Tristan Gray from Triple-A to fill his spot, leaving fans wondering how soon Buxton can return to form — and whether this setback will impact the team’s playoff push.

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