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Pirates must replace Cruz, Garcia to contend
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Oneil Cruz Undergoes Surgery; Pirates Anticipate Return in Four Months - Pirates Prospects
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Oneil Cruz, Pirates Suffer Devastating Injury
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Oneil Cruz injury update: Pirates shortstop won't return for 2023 MLB season after breaking leg
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Oneil Cruz sparks win in 2022 Pirates debut
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Oneil Cruz: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights
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Oneil Cruz is inching closer to returning for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2023
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Oneil Cruz will not return for Pirates in 2023 season
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Oneil Cruz injury: Pirates shortstop fractures left ankle on slide, expected to miss four months
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