Byron Buxton, Minnesota Twins
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Initial X-rays were negative, but the injury takes place five days before Buxton's scheduled to compete in the Home Run Derby.
Byron Buxton was removed from Wednesday night's game against the Cubs before his second at-bat, after he was hit on the left hand by a fastball to lead off the bottom of the first.
The Twins almost certainly aren't trading Byron Buxton. The only way it could theoretically happen is if they get a massive offer and Buxton is willing to waive his no-trade clause.
The New York Mets have no shortage of star players. However, they may need one more star in their lineup to solidify themselves as the team to beat in the National League.
A Philadelphia Phillies trade idea would land Minnesota Twins' Byron Buxton for Justin Crawford and Andrew Painter in a "Godfather" trade offer.