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Pirates Rookie O'Neil Cruz Records Hardest Hit in Statcast History - Sports Illustrated
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After playing waiting game, Pirates No. 1 prospect Oneil Cruz arrives with plans to stay
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Oneil Cruz is 6ft 7in and can blast a baseball 122mph. But can he play?, Pittsburgh Pirates
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Oneil Cruz is 6ft 7in and can blast a baseball 122mph. But can he play?, Pittsburgh Pirates
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Oneil Cruz can play shortstop today, but later is a question - Pirates Prospects
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Pirates A to Z: Oneil Cruz broke Statcast records, sets sights on improving at shortstop
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Off The Bat: Why Oneil Cruz's exit velocity matters to those in the game
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Pirates prospect Oneil Cruz on rise to MLB
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Pirates' prospect Oneil Cruz is long-term fantasy baseball option
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With good friend Oneil Cruz out, Rodolfo Castro has given Pirates production at shortstop
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MLB on X: Oneil Cruz is not lacking confidence. 👀 (Via @TheAthleticMLB) / X
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Breaking down the Pirates' minor league affiliate assignments
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Analysis: Pirates pass on star power to prioritize development of 'unicorn' prospect Oneil Cruz
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Pittsburgh Pirates promote Oneil Cruz to Double-A Altoona Curve
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Pirates GM on keeping SS Oneil Cruz in minors: 'That's the right spot for him right now