Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz sidelined with left hand fractures
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 11:06 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Oneil Cruz has been placed on the 10-day injured list by the Pittsburgh Pirates due to non-displaced fractures in his left hand, affecting his fourth and fifth metacarpals. Cruz's injury is retroactive to June 8, and general manager Ben Cherington indicated that the expected recovery time is approximately four to six weeks. The outfielder has been a significant contributor this season, hitting.264 with 14 home runs and 44 RBIs. With Cruz unavailable, Jake Mangum is expected to take on more responsibilities in center field. The Pirates most recently lost to the Miami Marlins, falling to a 36-36 record.
- •Cruz is out due to left hand fractures
- •He will miss approximately four to six weeks
- •Cruz has a.264 batting average with 14 home runs
- •Jake Mangum will likely see more playing time
- •Pirates lost to the Miami Marlins, now 36-36 on the season
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates Handed Concerning Update On Oneil Cruz
"Cruz is on the injured list due to a left hand fracture.
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