Pirates pull Jared Jones after six innings
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Pirates manager Don Kelly pulled starting pitcher Jared Jones after six perfect innings and 77 pitches, ending Jones' bid for a no-hitter in a 3-0 loss to the Braves.
- Jones, returning from internal brace elbow surgery, struck out eight of the first 18 batters and allowed no base runners before being removed for health precautions.
- Despite Jones’ desire to continue pitching, both he and Kelly prioritized his long-term health and recovery over the potential no-hitter.
- After Jones’ exit, the Pirates’ perfect game and shutout ended in the eighth inning when Joey Bart hit a two-run homer, with the Braves adding another run in the ninth.
