Pirates Notes: Jones, Griffin, Cruz
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Key Points:
- Pirates pitcher Jared Jones was removed from Sunday's game after being hit in the right elbow by a line drive; initial imaging showed no serious injury, with further exams scheduled.
- Jones, recently returned from Tommy John surgery, had a solid outing before the injury, striking out three and allowing one hit over three innings, lowering his ERA to 5.75.
- Shortstop Konnor Griffin is progressing well from an elbow strain and may begin a rehab assignment by next week; he has been a productive rookie despite his injury.
- Utility player Jared Triolo has filled in at shortstop during Griffin's absence but has underperformed offensively and defensively compared to Griffin.
- Outfielder Oneil Cruz remains sidelined with multiple hand fractures and has not resumed baseball activities; a medical evaluation is planned to determine his recovery timeline.
