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Pederson was replaced by Jake Burger at DH in the fifth inning after going 0-for-1 with a walk. The streaky 34-year-old slugger will undergo further evaluation to determine the severity of the issue and whether he’ll need a trip to the injured list. There should be an update on his status prior to Thursday’s series finale.

Not ideal. Guerrero was replaced by Kazuma Okamoto at first base in the fourth inning after going 1-for-2 at the plate. The 27-year-old has been battling a back issue throughout the entire season, so it’s possible that it flared up again on him. There should be an additional update on his status shortly.

Franco threw just 48 pitches across 3 2/3 scoreless innings during a bulk outing in the nightcap of Tuesday’s doubleheader against Cleveland. He’ll undergo further evaluation to determine his next steps. He was up with the club as their 27th man for the twin bill.

Not great. It’s the same hip issue that’s been bothering Buxton for most of the season. The 32-year-old franchise cornerstone was 0-for-2 prior to being replaced in center field by Luke Keaschall in the fifth inning of this one. Buxton has graded out as a top-15 fantasy outfielder this season, slashing .263/.320/.544 with 57 runs scored, 25 home runs, 45 RBI and seven steals in 82 games. Any sort of extended absence would be a massive hit for the Twins as they try to stay in playoff contention. He’ll undergo further evaluation, and possibly an MRI, to determine the severity of the issue. There should be additional clarity on his status prior to Wednesday’s contest.