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Pirates cut ties with veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna after a nightmarish slump amid playoff chase

 CSNC News Wire  August 5, 2026  Leave a Comment on Pirates cut ties with veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna after a nightmarish slump amid playoff chase
Pirates cut ties with veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna after a nightmarish slump amid playoff chase

The Pittsburgh Pirates released struggling veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna on Wednesday as they gear up for a playoff push.

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