Episode

Oneil Cruz Injury Is A Massive Blow To The Pirates’ Playoff Push

Podcast: North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast
Published: Jun 11, 2026
Duration seconds: 992
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Summary

Oneil Cruz is headed to the injured list, and that changes a lot for the Pirates. Alex Stumpf breaks down the reported 4-6 week timeline, why hand injuries can linger for power hitters, and how difficult it will be for the Pirates to replace Cruz’s power-speed impact. Plus, Tyler Callihan’s huge night against the Dodgers, Jake Mangum’s opportunity in center field, and who needs to step up next.