United States. The Pittsburgh Pirates announced this Tuesday the activation of Dominican outfielder Oneil Cruz from the concussion injured list.This action marks the end of his rehabilitation period in the minor leagues.
Minor League Performance
During his time with Double-A Altoona, Cruz demonstrated good physical condition and performance. In two games, he hit a triple, drove in three runs, received two walks and stole a base, in addition to scoring two runs.
Additional Movements
Along with Cruz’s activation, the team also promoted Dominican right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta from Triple-A Indianapolis.Moreta arrives at a good moment, with an effectiveness of 1.69 in 5.1 innings, including nine strikeouts in four appearances between August 14th and 24th.In other moves, Dominican outfielder Ronny Simon was optioned back to Indianapolis following Monday’s game in St. Louis. In addition, left-handed pitcher Andrew Heaney was designated for assignment.
Importance of Movements
Cruz’s return is crucial for the Pirates’ offense as they seek a strong season finish. His batting ability and athleticism make him a key element in the lineup.Moreta, for his part, adds depth and velocity to the bullpen.With these adjustments, Pittsburgh reinforces its roster for the final stretch of the season, relying on the recovery of its Dominican talent to maintain competitiveness in the National League Central.
