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Cruz’s Contract Could Change Pirates’ Future | Pittsburgh Pirates News
- Published
- September 15, 2026
- Duration
- 1:18
- Summary source
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- Last updated
- Sep 20, 2026
Discusses baseball.
Summary
Oneil Cruz is a dynamic, power-hitting force with elite speed and arm strength—despite a mixed six-year stint in Pittsburgh, he’s on pace for his third straight 20-home run season. The Pirates face a pivotal decision: lock him down with a historic, long-term deal around $30M/year, making him the first Pirate to earn that much annually—and potentially unlo…
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Oneil Cruz is a dynamic, power-hitting force with elite speed and arm strength—despite a mixed six-year stint in Pittsburgh, he’s on pace for his third straight 20-home run season. The Pirates face a pivotal decision: lock him down with a historic, long-term deal around $30M/year, making him the first Pirate to earn that much annually—and potentially unlocking his full potential. At age 32 when the contract ends, he’d still be prime. With MLB comps supporting a ~$90M, 3-year pact, it’s a bold bu
Themes
- baseball