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Cease’s near no-hitter, Jones’ perfect bid cut short, Ober set for return
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Cease’s near no-hitter, Jones’ perfect bid cut short, Ober set for return

Dylan Cease carried a no-hitter into the ninth against the Giants before Heliot Ramos’ leadoff single broke it; Cease had previously no-hit for the Padres in 2024, and Arraez—who once broke up Cease’s no-no in 2022—was in the lineup during the bid. Pirates rookie Jared Jones wrote six perfect innings against the Braves but was pulled for workload reasons after elbow surgery; a single by Mason Montgomery ended the perfect game in the seventh. Bailey Ober is set to return from elbow inflammation to start vs. the Guardians, likely shifting Marco Raya to long relief; Ober’s recent arc includes a May CG shutout followed by rougher starts, with his fastball velocity around 88 mph.

Pirates DFA Justin Lawrence to open room for Jones in the rotation
sports1 month ago

Pirates DFA Justin Lawrence to open room for Jones in the rotation

The Pittsburgh Pirates designated right-hander Justin Lawrence for assignment to create active and 40-man roster space for Jared Jones, who is expected to start tonight after being activated from the 60-day injured list. Lawrence, 31, has struggled this season (22 innings, 5.32 ERA) with control issues and a spike in home runs; as he is out of options, he’ll likely pass through waivers or head to the minors if unclaimed.

Pirates Tap Jared Jones to Start Friday as Rotation Grows
sports1 month ago

Pirates Tap Jared Jones to Start Friday as Rotation Grows

Pirates manager Don Kelly said right-hander Jared Jones will start Friday, moving Paul Skenes into the rotation and sending Carmen Mlodzinski to the bullpen. Jones, on the 60-day IL after an elbow internal-brace surgery on May 21, will make his first big-league start since 2024 following five rehab starts this year. He joins Skenes, Ashcraft, Keller and Chandler to form Pittsburgh’s rotation core as the team pursues a playoff spot in a tight NL Central race, with Mlodzinski providing bullpen/long-relief in the interim.

Tyler Glasnow Hits 100 Strikeouts in Return to Pittsburgh
sports2 years ago

Tyler Glasnow Hits 100 Strikeouts in Return to Pittsburgh

Tyler Glasnow delivered a strong performance in his return to PNC Park, striking out nine in six innings, but the Dodgers lost 1-0 to the Pirates. Jared Jones outpitched Glasnow, throwing six scoreless innings with six strikeouts. Glasnow reflected on his improved performance since leaving Pittsburgh, while Dodgers manager Dave Roberts described Jones as "effectively wild."

"LSU Dominates SEC Tournament with Back-to-Back Wins Over Kentucky"
sports2 years ago

"LSU Dominates SEC Tournament with Back-to-Back Wins Over Kentucky"

LSU's Jared Jones broke out of a slump with a grand slam, helping the team secure an 11-0 victory over Kentucky at the SEC tournament. The win solidifies LSU's spot in the NCAA tournament, with the team now aiming for a higher seed. Pitcher Luke Holman's dominant performance and a strong offensive showing contributed to the Tigers' success, positioning them as a formidable force in the upcoming NCAA tournament.

"Top Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Picks: Standout Players and Deep Sleepers for Week 2"
fantasy-baseball2 years ago

"Top Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Picks: Standout Players and Deep Sleepers for Week 2"

Several players, including Jack Flaherty and Jared Jones, are emerging as must-add options in fantasy baseball after strong debuts. With injuries impacting several teams, there are plenty of waiver-wire targets to consider adding at every position. In addition to pitchers, catchers, first basemen, second basemen, third basemen, shortstops, and outfielders are also discussed as potential fantasy baseball pickups.

"Jared Jones Strikes Out 10 in MLB Debut, Leading Pirates to Victory"
sportsbaseball2 years ago

"Jared Jones Strikes Out 10 in MLB Debut, Leading Pirates to Victory"

Jared Jones impresses in his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates, showcasing elite pitching with a 5.2 IP, 3 ER, 3 Hits, 2 BBs, and 10 Ks performance. Other starting pitchers' performances from Saturday games are also reviewed, with notable showings from Seth Lugo, Zack Littell, Marcus Stroman, Kutter Crawford, and others, while some struggled, including Luis Severino and Aaron Nola.

"Jared Jones' Historic 10K Debut Ignites Pirates' Victory"
sportsbaseball2 years ago

"Jared Jones' Historic 10K Debut Ignites Pirates' Victory"

Jared Jones impresses in his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates with a stellar performance against the Miami Marlins, showcasing elite pitching skills and a dominant four-seamer. The article also reviews the performances of several other starting pitchers from Saturday's games, highlighting standout players and analyzing their pitching abilities and potential for fantasy baseball.

"Jared Jones Makes History with Sizzling 10K Debut for Pirates"
sports2 years ago

"Jared Jones Makes History with Sizzling 10K Debut for Pirates"

Jared Jones impresses in his MLB debut, pitching four scoreless innings and helping the Pittsburgh Pirates secure a win over the Miami Marlins. The 21-year-old right-hander showcased his electric stuff, striking out four batters and allowing only one hit. His strong performance on the mound contributed to the Pirates' 6-3 victory, marking a promising start to his Major League career.

"Pirates' Roster Set: Jared Jones Secures Spot in Starting Rotation"
sports2 years ago

"Pirates' Roster Set: Jared Jones Secures Spot in Starting Rotation"

Top pitching prospect Jared Jones secures a spot on the Pirates' Opening Day roster, likely joining the team's rotation, while Jared Triolo is expected to be named the starting second baseman. The Bucs will also add Hunter Stratton and Ryder Ryan to the roster, with Yasmani Grandal and Ji Hwan Bae placed on the injured list. Jones, a highly-ranked prospect, has shown significant improvement and potential, while Triolo, known for his defensive skills and plate discipline, will need to address his high strikeout rate to sustain success at the plate.