Since last Friday, there have been significant playing time changes for various position players, with notable developments for Christian Encarnacion-Strand of the Cincinnati Reds. Encarnacion-Strand’s playing time has increased due to Benson’s optioning and Stephenson’s injury, while players like Barrero and Sheets have also seen increased opportunities. However, players like Yoshida and Jung have experienced decreased playing time due to injuries or being optioned to minors.
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In March of 2025, Jared Jones signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates. The right-handed pitcher has shown strong performance with a 70-grade four-seamer and a plus slider, making him a high-strikeout starter prospect. At just 21 years old, Jones displayed good control with a low walk rate at Double-A, and he is expected to join the big-league rotation during the upcoming season. Full Article
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