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White Sox players, manager react to Oneil Cruz's collision at home plate, ensuing 'altercation' White Sox catcher Seby Zavala was quick to label it a “baseball play.” The play, of course, was a collision between shortstop Oneil Cruz and...

APRIL 9, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Fractures left ankle Pirates manager Derek Shelton announced after Sunday's victory over the White Sox that Cruz has a fractured left ankle, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.

Impact The injury occurred on a colission at home plate with White Sox catcher Seby Zavala. The star shortstop couldn't put much weight on his leg and required assistance to leave the field. Unfortunately, the fracture will assuredly place Cruz on the injured list, and could cost the 24-year-old a good portion of the 2023 season. A devastating loss for the Pirates, fantasy players and fans of exciting young players.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates beat White Sox, but bigger concern remains health of Oneil Cruz Johan Oviedo was absolutely dominant for large chunks of Sunday’s series-deciding game against the Chicago White Sox, yet his performance is...

APRIL 9, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Cruz's injury dampens Pittsburgh's 1-0 win over White Sox

Johan Oviedo outdueled Michael Kopech to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates past the Chicago White Sox 1-0

APRIL 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Oneil Cruz helped off after injury causes benches to clear After an awkward slide by Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz into White Sox catcher Seby Zavala after which the budding Bucs star had to be helped...

APRIL 9, 2023 • MLB.COM

Tempers flare in Pirates game, as Oneil Cruz suffers ugly injury during home plate collision Oneil Cruz exited the Pirates game in the sixth inning on Sunday following an ugly collision at home plate.

APRIL 9, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Pirates SS Oneil Cruz injured in home-plate collision Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz exited his team's series finale against the Chicago White Sox with a left leg injury following a col...

APRIL 9, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Pirates SS Oneil Cruz fractures left ankle, out indefinitely

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz is out indefinitely after fracturing his left ankle in a 1-0 win over the Chicago White Sox

APRIL 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Injures leg in play at plate Cruz was removed in the bottom of the sixth inning of Sunday's game against the White Sox after suffering an apparent left leg injury following a collision at home plate with Chica...

Impact Cruz sustained the injury on a hard slide into home plate and was called out after being tagged by Zavala. The star shortstop didn't appear to be putting much weight on his leg and required assistance while limping off the field. The Pirates will likely provide an update on Cruz's condition later Sunday or shortly after the game, but the 24-year-old looks like a good bet to miss time, even if his injury isn't significant enough to require a trip to the injured list.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Friday Cruz (face) is in the Pirates' lineup for Friday's home opener against the White Sox.

Impact Cruz had to leave Wednesday's game with a facial injury following a collision with Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers. However, it looks like he's ready to go following Thursday's off day. Cruz is 6-for-23 with one home run and one stolen base in the early going.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates SS Oneil Cruz leaves game after collision Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz left Wednesday’s game at Boston after a collision with Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers.

APRIL 5, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Pirates SS Oneil Cruz leaves game after collision Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz left Wednesday’s game at Boston after a collision with Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers.

APRIL 5, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Being evaluated for injury to face Cruz is being evaluated for a facial injury, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Cruz took a blow to the face as he collided with Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers in the seventh inning of Wednesday's game at Fenway Park. It seemed to be his left eye that was giving him trouble. There should be more clarity on the issue ahead of the Pirates' home opener Friday afternoon against the White Sox. Pittsburgh is off Thursday.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with apparent injury Cruz was removed from Wednesday's game in Boston due to an apparent injury.

Impact Cruz had an awkward collision with Rafael Devers near the third base bag in the top of the seventh inning and was replaced on the Pirates' infield before the bottom of the seventh. A trainer appeared to be looking at his left eye. He finished the day 1-for-4 with a run scored and a strikeout.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs first steal of season Cruz went 0-for-4 with a walk and a stolen base in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Red Sox.

Impact His modest four-game hit streak to begin the season came to an end, but Cruz made up for it with his first steal of 2023. The 24-year-old comes into the season with sky-high expectations after slugging 17 homers and stealing 10 bases in 87 big-league games last year, and while he's batting only .263 (5-for-19) with one home run and one stolen base through five games, his 3:4 BB:K is very encouraging. If Cruz's plate discipline takes a big step forward, a massive fantasy campaign is likely to follow.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Analysis: Maturation, dominance of Oneil Cruz on display in Pirates' opening day win against Reds Oneil Cruz hit a home run, walked twice and had several impressive at-bats during the Pirates’ victory against the Reds.

MARCH 31, 2023 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Smacks awe-inspiring homer Cruz went 1-for-2 with two walks, a home run, two RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's 5-4 victory over the Reds.

Impact Cruz erased an early Reds lead with a missile of a home run, a 425-foot long ball off Hunter Greene clocked at 111.1 mph off the bat. His tools are just silly, and the walks are nice to see, suggesting the improved plate discipline from late last season might stick. While the team context isn't great, the upside is massive regardless for the Pirates' leadoff hitter.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cruz HR, drives in lead run, Pirates top Reds on opening day

Oneil Cruz homered shortly after a pitch clock violation and later hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly in the eighth inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-4 on...

MARCH 30, 2023 • Associated Press

At leadoff spot for opener Cruz is at leadoff for the Pirates in their season opener Thursday against the Reds.

Impact Cruz jumped up into the leadoff spot down the stretch in 2022, and he can hopefully latch onto that role throughout the entire 2023 campaign. The dynamic 24-year-old shortstop has tallied 18 home runs and 10 stolen bases across his first 89 major-league games.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pittsburgh Pirates Season Preview: Which young studs will breakout this season | Flippin' Bats

MARCH 24, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Cutting down strikeouts Cruz has struck out 11 times in 44 at-bats during Grapefruit League play.

Impact Cruz has only 10 hits this spring -- four of which have gone for extra bases -- but his improved ability to make contact is a positive sign. He struck out at a 34.9 percent clip across 361 plate appearances in the majors last season, but he regularly kept his punchouts within the range of 25 percent throughout his minor-league career. If his increased contact rate can carry over into the regular season, it's a good bet that Cruz will improve upon his .233 average while also providing plenty of home runs and stolen bases.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contract renewed for 2023 Cruz has his contract renewed for the 2023 season by the Pirates on Wednesday, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Cruz will make the league minimum $720,000 as he participates in his first full season of MLB action in 2023. The uber-athletic shortstop is expected to make a major leap forward in his development this year and will look to flex both his power at the plate and his speed on the bases. Cruz said late last month that he expects to have a 30 homer, 30 steal season for the Pirates, a lofty goal for the 24-year-old. He'll look to improve upon the uninspiring .233 average and 34.9 strikeout percentage he produced over 331 at-bats in 87 games last year.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Manoah among 15 players whose contracts renewed by teams

Toronto All-Star pitcher Alek Manoah was among 15 players whose contracts were renewed by their teams rather than reach negotiated agreements

MARCH 14, 2023 • Associated Press

MLB 26-and-under power rankings: No. 13 Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates' impressive group of young players begins with a pair of big-league infielders — and extends much further.

MARCH 8, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

MLB 26-and-under power rankings: No. 13 Pittsburgh Pirates

Jason Mackey: Milestones such as 30-30 or 40-40 could be the new Statcast for Pirates' Oneil Cruz in 2023 LAKELAND, Fla. — When Oneil Cruz was promoted to the major leagues last season, he essentially put Statcast on notice, warning that “whateve...

MARCH 2, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

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Cruz's injury dampens Pittsburgh's 1-0 win over White Sox

Pirates SS Oneil Cruz fractures left ankle, out indefinitely

Cruz HR, drives in lead run, Pirates top Reds on opening day

Pittsburgh Pirates Season Preview: Which young studs will breakout this season | Flippin' Bats

Manoah among 15 players whose contracts renewed by teams

MLB 26-and-under power rankings: No. 13 Pittsburgh Pirates