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Oneil Cruz in good spirits as rehab continues; Pirates promote
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The Impending Doom Facing Pittsburgh's Oneil Cruz - FanBuzz
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Oneil Cruz Undergoes Surgery; Pirates Anticipate Return in Four
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Pirates Confident Oneil Cruz Will Play Again in 2023
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Oneil Cruz will not return for Pirates in 2023 season
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The Pirates will be without Oneil Cruz for 4 months. Time for
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Oneil Cruz not likely to return to Pirates this season
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Oneil Cruz - Wikipedia
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Do our best to get back': Despite setback, Oneil Cruz hopes to
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We'll be able to handle it': Pirates brace for Cruz's absence - ESPN