Injuries & Moves: Latest on Gonzales, Borucki
LATEST NEWS
April 26: RHP Kyle Nicolas recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis
Nicolas got off to a strong start with Triple-A Indianapolis, allowing just one run with 13 strikeouts over 10 2/3 innings (0.84 ERA). He made his Major League debut last year, pitching in four games in September. The right-hander was acquired from the Marlins in November of 2021 as part of the trade package for catcher Jacob Stallings.
The Pirates optioned Ryder Ryan to Indianapolis following Thursday's game, which served as the corresponding move.
April 25: RHP Ryder Ryan optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis
Ryan recorded a 3.00 ERA over 12 innings, totaling 13 strikeouts to five walks. This is the second time he has been optioned to the Minors, the first coming on April 9.
After a bullpen game on Wednesday and needing four innings of relief on Thursday, the Pirates could use a fresh arm in the bullpen.
10-DAY/15-DAY INJURED LIST
LHP Marco Gonzales (left forearm strain)
Expected return: TBD
Gonzales is on the Pirates' West Coast road trip to get a second opinion to confirm what they believe to be the issue. General manager Ben Cherington said on his 93.7 The Fan radio show April 28 that the team is "optimistic" in regards to his recovery. Gonzales has not thrown since his most recent start on April 13, when he first reported some discomfort. (Last updated: April 28)
LHP Ryan Borucki (left triceps inflammation)
Expected Return: TBD
Borucki is on the Pirates' West Coast road trip to get a second opinion on his triceps and elbow. General manager Ben Cherington said on his 93.7 The Fan radio show April 28 that the team is still trying to figure out exactly what is causing him trouble, but the team is optimistic for his return. "All the information that we have suggests that this is something he's going to recover from, should recover from, and be able to pitch a lot in 2024," Cherington said. (Last updated: April 28)
C Jason Delay (right knee soreness)
Expected return: June
Delay had surgery on his right knee. The procedure, performed by Dr. Keith Meister, was a meniscal cleanup/debridement, according to director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk. Delay was anticipated to return to full baseball activities in about six weeks. (Last updated: April 19)
C Yasmani Grandal (plantar fasciitis)
Expected return: TBD
Grandal has caught two games with Triple-A Indianapolis with no issues of note. (Last updated: April 19)
INF/OF Ji Hwan Bae (left hip flexor)
Expected return: April
Bae started a rehab assignment with Low-A Bradenton and had that rehab transferred to Triple-A Indianapolis on April 9. He is eligible to come off the injured list at any time once that rehab assignment is complete. (Last updated: April 9)
RHP Thomas Harrington (rotator cuff strain)
Expected return: TBD
Harrington, the Pirates' No. 6 prospect, had serial imaging down in Florida and has started to play some light catch from 75-90 feet. (Last updated: April 9)
RHP Dauri Moreta (UCL surgery)
Expected return: 2025
Moreta underwent UCL reconstruction surgery in March, confirming fears that he will not pitch in 2024. The team anticipates a full recovery in approximately 14-16 months, with the hope that it might be on the shorter side since he is a reliever. Moreta was expected to return to Florida to start the rehab process. (Last updated: March 21)
60-DAY IL
C Endy Rodríguez (right elbow surgery)
Expected return: 2025
Rodríguez had his follow up with Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Opening Day and is doing well. He's projected to begin a swing progression from the left side during the week of April 15, which should line him up for a formal hitting progression in early May (the former is a dry swing program, the latter would be hitting off a tee). (Last updated: April 9)
RHP Johan Oviedo (Tommy John surgery)
Expected return: 2025
The Pirates confirmed Oviedo’s offseason right elbow injury after the right-hander experienced lingering discomfort after the season, which prompted further examination. A typical recovery timetable would rule out Oviedo until 2025. He was placed on the 60-day IL on Feb. 14. (Last updated: Feb. 14)