Where is Jared Jones in his comeback for Pirates?

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Jared Jones is on track for a potential return to the Pittsburgh Pirates by May 25 after recovering from surgery. He has been participating in simulated games as part of his rehab process.

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Jared Jones recovering from surgery
Expected return date is May 25, 2025
Participating in simulated games for rehab
Had a 6-8 record with a 4.14 ERA in 2024
Potential sixth starter role upon return

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FORT MYERS, FLORIDA - MARCH 13: Jared Jones #37 of the Pittsburgh Pirates throws a pitch during the first inning of a spring training game against the Minnesota Twins at Lee Health Sports Complex on March 13, 2025 in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Pittsburgh Pirates are off to a good start so far this season, with the starting rotation and some improved hitting playing major roles. However, there’s still one important piece of the rotation still to add, and that is starting pitcher Jared Jones. He was injured last season and given a 10-12 month recovery time, and with Jones placed on the 60-day to start the season, the earliest he could be back on May 25. According to reports, that looks like it still might be possible. Jones was throwing heaters this past week, according to 93.7 The Fan, and according to Ben Cherington, Jones has also been doing some in-game situation sims, throwing in both Pittsburgh and back in Bradenton. Cherington called it an “extended Spring Training type game sim” and is expecting a more formalized rehab stint soon. Jones had his surgery last May, and with him still targeting this May as a return date, we’re still squarely in the original timeline and will keep an eye on his official rehab assignment. Jones went 6-8 in 2024, finishing with a 4.14 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP and 132 strikeouts in 121 innings pitched against 39 walks. The Pirates had high hopes for Jones, and it was a disappointing injury, but it will be nice to have him back into the mix with the team playing so well. The only question left would be how does he fit into the rotation? The entire group is pitching well. It’s certainly not going to be in place of or . Original logic would say he jumps in for Carmen Mlodzinksi, but he’s off to a good start too. It’s possible that Jones becomes a sixth starter, fitting in where he can until he’s back to full game strength, but that’s an absolutely good problem to have.

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When is Jared Jones expected to return to the Pirates?

Jared Jones is expected to return by May 25, 2025, following a 10-12 month recovery from his surgery.

What is Jared Jones' performance history before his injury?

Before his injury, Jared Jones had a record of 6-8 in 2024, with a 4.14 ERA and 132 strikeouts in 121 innings pitched.

How will Jared Jones fit into the Pirates' rotation upon his return?

Jared Jones may serve as a sixth starter or replace Carmen Mlodzinski, depending on the team's performance and his recovery progress.

Where is Jared Jones in his comeback for Pirates?

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