Less than a week before his second MLB All-Star Game appearance, Twins center fielder Byron Buxton left Wednesday’s 4-2 victory over the Cubs with a left hand contusion. Buxton led off with a hit-by-pitch that was originally ruled a foul ball but overturned after a Minnesota challenge.

The Twins have four wins over their past seven games, and it’s been fun. The team's bats have picked up momentum. Needless to say, the Twins are fun to watch again—at least for now.

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.