Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Jared Jones is set for elbow surgery, dealing a significant blow to the team’s pitching staff. The 22-year-old had a promising year in 2022, going 6-8 with a 4.14 ERA and striking out 132 batters in 121 2/3 innings.
Jones’ injury occurred in March, when he sprained his elbow, and now, it has been confirmed that surgery is the only option to treat the issue. The Pirates director of sports medicine, Todd Tomczyk, did not specify the details of the surgery or the estimated recovery time, but assured fans they will be updated on any developments.
The news comes at a challenging time for the Pirates, who are currently trailing the Chicago Cubs by 13 games in the National League Central division. The team has struggled to find consistency, and Jones’ injury adds another layer of concern to their already shaky pitching staff. With Skenes showing flashes of brilliance with a 2.44 ERA, the team will need to rely on other pitchers to step up and fill the void left by Jones.
Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/jared-jones-pirates-elbow-surgery-01jvstw0y9g3