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sports2 years ago

Shohei Ohtani's Injuries Spark Worries and Financial Implications

The injuries to Shohei Ohtani and Oneil Cruz have raised major concerns in the baseball world. Ohtani's torn UCL could potentially end his pitching career and significantly impact his future contract. This is a blow to MLB as Ohtani's hype was a major draw for the sport. The injury also raises questions about protecting pitchers' arms and the role of load management. Meanwhile, Cruz's stalled rehabilitation for a broken ankle raises concerns about his speed, mobility, and overall trajectory as the projected best player for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

sports2 years ago

Oneil Cruz's Road to Recovery and Pirates' Promotions.

Pittsburgh Pirates' shortstop Oneil Cruz, who suffered a fractured left ankle in April, is in good spirits and expects to be out of his walking boot soon. The Pirates have promoted Yerry De Los Santos and Angel Perdomo to their bullpen after trading Robert Stephenson to Tampa Bay. De Los Santos made his MLB debut with the Pirates last year and Perdomo has been effective in Triple-A Indianapolis.

sports2 years ago

Pirates' Oneil Cruz injury update and potential replacements.

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz was discharged from the hospital after undergoing surgery to repair his fractured left ankle. He is expected to return to high-level baseball activities in four months. Meanwhile, Pirates right-handed starter JT Brubaker seeks a second opinion on his right elbow/forearm discomfort, and all options are on the table, including surgery.

sports2 years ago

"Pirates' Oneil Cruz Out for 10-12 Weeks with Fractured Ankle, Seeking Counsel from Jason Kendall"

Former Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Jason Kendall, who suffered a gruesome ankle injury during his playing career, has reached out to counsel current Pirates player Oneil Cruz, who was involved in a car accident that killed three people in the Dominican Republic. Kendall has offered his support and advice to Cruz, who is facing legal charges and potential disciplinary action from the team.

sports2 years ago

"Pirates' Oneil Cruz out for 4 months after ankle surgery"

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz is expected to miss four months after fracturing his left ankle in a collision at home plate during Sunday's 1-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Cruz underwent surgery to stabilize the fractured fibula and address the injury to the syndesmosis. The Pirates anticipate a return to action in four months. Infielder Mark Mathias was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday, as the Pirates placed Cruz on the injured list.

sports2 years ago

Pirates' Oneil Cruz out for year after successful surgery.

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz underwent successful surgery to stabilize a fractured fibula and address the injury to the syndesmosis after being injured in a collision with White Sox catcher Seby Zavala. Cruz is expected to miss 10-12 weeks and potentially return in the first few weeks of August. The Pirates will have to find a new leadoff hitter for most of the season and will replace Cruz on the 26-man roster with Mark Mathias.

sports2 years ago

"Pirates' Shortstop Oneil Cruz Out for Four Months Due to Fractured Ankle"

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz will miss at least four months after undergoing surgery on his fractured left ankle, which he suffered during a collision at home plate with Chicago White Sox catcher Seby Zavala in Sunday's game. Cruz was helped off the field and could not put any weight on his left leg. The Pirates are looking to transition out of rebuilding and into contention in the near future, and Cruz is a foundational piece for the team.