Nick Gonzales
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August 15, 2026
Available off bench
Gonzales (face) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Red Sox.
Analysis
Gonzales will begin Saturday's contest on the bench after taking a pitch off his head Friday, but the team confirmed before the game that he's been cleared for activity and will be available to play if needed, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Jared Triolo steps in at third base, batting ninth.
August 15, 2026
Exits after HBP
Gonzales was removed from Friday's game against the Red Sox after getting hit on the head by a pitch.
Analysis
Gonzales was taken out of the game immediately after taking a 94-mph fastball off his helmet in the fifth inning. He's been diagnosed with a facial contusion and is considered day-to-day by the team. Jared Triolo would likely be next in line to start at third base if Gonzales has to miss extra time.
August 13, 2026
Two runs scored in loss
Gonzales went 2-for-3 with a double and two runs scored in Wednesday's 8-2 loss to the Marlins.
Analysis
Gonzales scored on a throwing error and a sacrifice fly for Pittsburgh's only two runs of the game. The Pirates are now 1-7 since the trade deadline, but Gonzales is third in the National League with a .307 average. The infielder is also up to 64 runs, a .760 OPS and 53 RBI across 478 plate appearances on the season.
