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Oneil Cruz will not return for Pirates in 2023 season
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Pirates get mixed bag of injury updates on Oneil Cruz, 2 others
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Pirates SS prospect Oneil Cruz to start season at Triple A
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Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz showcases all his skills in impressive season debut
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Tucupita Marcano Filling Shortstop Void for Pirates
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Oneil Cruz is inching closer to returning for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2023
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Pirates SS O'Neil Cruz's 2023 return gets cast in doubt after latest injury update
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Oneil Cruz talks injury, recovery and how his desire to return to Pirates is stronger than ever
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Pirates' Oneil Cruz Out for 2023 amid Leg Injury; Expected Return for Spring Training, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors