Oneil Cruz - Making first spring startCruz (ankle) will start at shortstop and bat leadoff in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Orioles.ImpactCruz didn't play Saturday in the Pirates' 5-3 loss to the Twins in the spring opener, but he'll be back in action for his first start at shortstop since April 9, when he suffered a fractured left ankle that required season-ending surgery. The 25-year-old reported to spring training at full strength and will look to get in as many game reps as possible to prepare himself for Opening Day on the heels of a lost season.
FEBRUARY 25, 2024•ROTOWIRE