Byron Buxton Makes His Feelings Clear on Twins Future originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Despite persistent trade rumors this summer, Byron Buxton has firmly stated his allegiance to the Minnesota Twins.

Buxton's injury further muddies Minnesota's status as buyers or sellers ahead of Thursday's MLB trade deadline.

The optimism surrounding Byron Buxton’s sore ribs turned into realism on Tuesday. It’s about to be August, after all. Buxton, pulled from Saturday night’s game after telling trainer Nick Paparestathat he was experiencing pain in his ribs when he ran,