Pittsburgh Pirates handle injuries to Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz

The Pittsburgh Pirates are dealing with injuries to two key players. Shortstop Konnor Griffin, placed on the 10‑day injured list on May 31 after a forearm flexor strain, is expected to start a rehab assignment by the end of the week, pending a medical evaluation in Pittsburgh. Center fielder Oneil Cruz fractured his left hand when sliding into home plate on June 6; he was placed on the 10‑day injured list retroactive to June 8 and will have a medical appointment on June 22 to determine his return timeline.

These updates were provided by Pirates general manager Ben Cherington on The Pirates Insider Show.