Pirates manager: Marte questionable Friday vs. Cubs with left elbow contusion
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The injury sustained by Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte on Thursday night does not appear to be too serious, according to manager Clint Hurdle.
Hurdle said Starling Marte has a left elbow "contusion." He's not sure about his status for Friday
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Marte was hit by a pitch for a league-leading 41st time, resulting in his departure from the 4-1 victory.
The 25-year-old has been on absolute fire with the stick, hitting .405 in September with two home runs and six RBI.
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