Oneil Cruz returns to Pittsburgh, could play against Tigers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:17 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Oneil Cruz has returned to Pittsburgh and is available for the Pirates as they face the Tigers. Activated from the injured list after recovering from a hand fracture sustained in June, Cruz had not played since early June. Although he did not bat in Monday's game, manager Don Kelly indicated that he may see action in the upcoming matchups against right-handed pitchers. The Pirates are currently 6.5 games behind in the Wild Card race and are looking to make a playoff push with Cruz's return.
- •Cruz has been out since early June due to a left hand injury.
- •He was activated shortly before the Pirates' game against the Tigers.
- •Cruz did not bat on Monday due to matchup considerations.
- •The Pirates seek to close a 6.5 game deficit in the Wild Card race.
- •Manager Kelly expresses optimism about Cruz's impact as he returns.
- 4:17 PMYahoo Sports — Oneil Cruz Injury Update: Pirates OF Returns to Pittsburgh, Could Play vs. Tigers
"Here's the latest update on Oneil Cruz and whether the returning outfielder will see some playing time against the Tigers.
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