Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=Oc6s4e6DPDm Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Valdez Injury Update: Pirates Rookie Cleared After Scary Hit-by-Pitch Incident [Ikns5fdma4k] Health Updated on August 09, 2026 EDT — Published on August 09, 2026 EDT The Pittsburgh Pirates received positive news after rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez avoided a serious injury. Valdez exited the game after being hit on the left wrist by a fastball from Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly. Medical tests confirmed there was no fracture, and he was diagnosed with a hand contusion. Manager Don Kelly said the team "dodged a bullet," while Valdez shared that he feels close to full strength and is expected to return to the lineup. Here's everything you need to know about the Valdez Injury update and what it means for Pittsburgh's postseason hopes. wTVklZcW25W yNTgP2YD4Ep 8R8SFfbAFJb 20TZqqjcfdo tVRsHB0JK6L ZOsCqkoNICL
The Pittsburgh Pirates received positive news after rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez avoided a serious injury. Valdez exited the game after being hit on the left wrist by a fastball from Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly. Medical tests confirmed there was no fracture, and he was diagnosed with a hand contusion. Manager Don Kelly said the team "dodged a bullet," while Valdez shared that he feels close to full strength and is expected to return to the lineup. Here's everything you need to know about the Valdez Injury update and what it means for Pittsburgh's postseason hopes. wTVklZcW25W yNTgP2YD4Ep 8R8SFfbAFJb 20TZqqjcfdo tVRsHB0JK6L ZOsCqkoNICL