Pirates' Josh Bell: Not in lineup for finale
Bell is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cardinals, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.
Analysis:
Bell cemented himself as a regular in the Pirates' lineup from late August onward, finishing the second half of the season with a .351 on-base percentage to go with two homers in 126 at-bats. He'll give way to John Jaso at first base in the season finale.
HEADLINES
- Strider says bone fragment led to season-ending elbow surgery
- Rockies' Freeland out 4-6 weeks with elbow injury, says pitch clock could be factor
- Pirates' Chapman drops appeal, will serve 1-game suspension Friday
- FAA investigating Rockies after 'unauthorized person' enters cockpit on flight
- Webb dominant for 7 innings as Giants blank D-Backs
Advertisement