Oneil Cruz is on the mend after fracturing two bones in his left hand during a June play at home plate, with the Pirates optimistic he’ll return to the field by early August — matching their original timeline. Now in Florida, Cruz’s pain from swinging has subsided, signaling proper healing, and the focus shifts to baseball-specific rehab. Placed on the 60-day injured list for extra time, he’ll need to regain speed, range, arm strength, and power before rejoining the team — but all signs point to a strong, timely comeback that’ll bring his electric play back to the lineup.

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