Ryan O'Hearn Returns
Pittsburgh Pirates Reinstate Veteran Slugger Ryan O'Hearn From Injured List Ahead of Cubs Series
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O’Hearn signed a two-year, $29 million contract with Pittsburgh during the offseason, marking his first season with the Pirates.
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O’Hearn produced one of the Pirates’ biggest offensive highlights of the summer with a 10-RBI game on July 7.
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In two rehab games with Triple-A Indianapolis, O’Hearn went 1-for-7 with a double, one walk and one run scored before rejoining Pittsburgh.
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O’Hearn has split his time among first base, right field and designated hitter this season, appearing in 49 games at first base, 42 in right field and 17 as the DH; Pittsburgh plans to limit his outfield duties.
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Ronny Simon, the outfielder optioned to Indianapolis to make room for O’Hearn, had appeared in 10 games for Pittsburgh and was batting .281 with two stolen bases.
The Pittsburgh Pirates activated veteran slugger Ryan O'Hearn from the 10-day injured list Friday ahead of their series against the Chicago Cubs, according to The Score. O'Hearn missed time with a left quadriceps strain suffered July 31 but returned sooner than expected after just two rehab games with Triple-A Indianapolis. He is batting .270 with 17 home runs and 69 RBIs in 96 games during his first season with Pittsburgh.
The Pirates optioned outfielder Ronny Simon to make room on the 26-man roster, according to Lancaster Online. O'Hearn's return adds needed firepower to Pittsburgh's lineup — the team scored 0.92 more runs per game when he played compared to games without him. He will primarily play first base and designated hitter as the Pirates pursue a playoff push.
O'Hearn Signs as Playoff Centerpiece in First Pirates Season
O'Hearn signed a two-year, $29 million contract with Pittsburgh during the offseason, marking his first year with the team. He has become one of the lineup's centerpieces, producing 17 home runs and 69 RBIs through 96 games. His standout moment came July 7 when he drove in 10 runs in a single game — one of the Pirates' biggest offensive highlights all summer.
Quad Strain Forces Two-Week Absence, Quick Recovery
O'Hearn sustained his left quadriceps strain on July 31 during a game, sidelining him for two weeks, according to TSN. He completed two rehabilitation games with Triple-A Indianapolis, going 1-for-7 with a double and one walk before rejoining Pittsburgh. His quick return surprised some, but the Pirates deemed him ready to return to major-league action.
Pirates Shift O'Hearn to First Base, Limit Outfield Time
Pittsburgh plans to use O'Hearn primarily at first base and designated hitter going forward, according to Lancaster Online. This limits his outfield duties, which demand high-speed running. O'Hearn had split his time among first base (49 games), right field (42 games) and DH (17 games) this season. The shift protects his health while preserving his offensive production.
Ronny Simon Optioned as Pirates Prioritize Established Bat
Outfielder Ronny Simon was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to create a roster spot, according to The Score. Simon had appeared in only 10 games for Pittsburgh, batting .281 with two stolen bases. The move prioritizes O'Hearn's proven 17 home runs and 69 RBIs over a less-experienced reserve, reflecting the Pirates' push to stay in playoff contention.
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