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In a ninth-inning moment against the Texas Rangers, Pirates slugger Oneil Cruz hit a 116.9 mph homer—the hardest of the season so far—that ricocheted off the top of the foul pole and into the top deck, a rare and memorable blast in an otherwise routine MLB game.
White Sox promote left-handed pitching prospect Noah Schultz to make his MLB debut vs. the Rays; Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz carries a 12-game hit streak and strong start this season; MLBTR's Steve Adams hosts a live chat at 1 pm CT today.
With spring training looming, five players—Oneil Cruz, Spencer Strider, Mike Trout, Jake Burger and Teoscar Hernandez—are highlighted as bounce-back candidates for 2026. Cruz posted elite contact metrics but a .200 average and high strikeout rate in 2025, suggesting a luck-based rebound and continued tool-based potential; Strider must rebuild after elbow surgery by embracing a more diverse pitch mix to restore strikeout and run-prevention levels; Trout, healthier than last year and with a mechanics tweak behind him, could return to MVP-caliber production; Burger can regain power by readjusting his swing geography and pull strategy; Hernandez, aided by more selective hitting on a loaded Dodgers roster, could reclaim higher offensive impact. Spring training is just weeks away.
Olivia Dunne reacted with amazement to Oneil Cruz's impressive home run performance at the Home Run Derby in Atlanta, where Cruz hit 21 homers, including a record-tying 513-foot shot, showcasing his power and earning admiration from spectators and fellow players alike.
The Pittsburgh Pirates' first half of the season has been disastrous, marked by a series of embarrassing incidents, poor performance, and organizational mishaps, culminating in a record-breaking losing streak and player issues, with little hope for improvement in the second half.
Pirates' center fielder Oneil Cruz made a costly error and displayed a lack of effort in a game against the Rangers, which contributed to the team's loss. Despite his inexperience and recent struggles, the manager chose to give him another chance, emphasizing the importance of learning from mistakes.
Oneil Cruz hit the hardest home run in the Statcast era, with a ball leaving his bat at 122.9 mph and landing in the Allegheny River, surpassing Giancarlo Stanton's previous record of 121.7 mph.
Last night in MLB was filled with excitement, including three extra-innings walk-offs and a standout performance by Oneil Cruz, who set records with his powerful hits. Rafael Devers' home run streak ended, but he still created chaos on the bases. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is nearing a return, having thrown live batting practice.
Oneil Cruz's walk-off hit in the 11th inning secured a win for the Pirates over the Orioles.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz is on track to return from a broken left ankle suffered in April, with a potential late summer comeback. The team has used several players to fill in for Cruz, but none possess his unique mix of size, power, and speed. Cruz believes he will come back stronger than before and is eager to return to the field.
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.
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.
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.
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.