Pirates face injuries to Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:12 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are contending with injuries to key players Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz. Griffin last played on May 30, and Cruz was sidelined on June 7. Griffin has a.270 batting average with 4 home runs and 22 RBIs, while Cruz has a.264 average with 14 home runs and 44 RBIs. Griffin is expected to return soon, but Cruz's comeback may not occur until after the All-Star Break. Fans can weigh in on which player is the bigger loss in a survey.
- •Konnor Griffin last played on May 30; Oneil Cruz on June 7
- •Griffin has a.270 average with 4 homers and 22 RBIs
- •Cruz has a.264 average with 14 homers and 44 RBIs
- •Griffin's return is expected soon; Cruz may return after the All-Star Break
- •A fan survey is open to assess which injury is more impactful
- 2:12 PMYahoo Sports — VOTE: Bigger loss, Konnor Griffin or Oneil Cruz?
"Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Pirates fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Bucs have been battling injuries of late, but two of the biggest have been to […]
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