MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 5 (UPI) -- Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, a candidate for the American League MVP award, is out indefinitely with a bruised left ribcage, the team said Sunday.

Hamilton hurt his ribs when he banged against the center field wall while making a catch in Saturday's loss to the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, leaving with what the Rangers called severe discomfort.

The all-star also hurt his ribs last year and missed 13 games while on the disabled list.

Hamilton has put up tremendous numbers this season while helping the Rangers to first place in the American League West, leading the league with a .362 batting average. He also has smacked 31 homers and driven in 97 runs.