Pirates' Jared Jones Out for 2025 After Surgery

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Jared Jones, 23, will miss the rest of the 2025 MLB season after undergoing right elbow surgery following a setback during rehab from a UCL sprain suffered in spring training. The team initially pursued a non-surgical approach, but renewed discomfort prompted surgery after consultation with Dr. Keith Meister. The specific procedure and recovery timeline have not been disclosed, but full elbow reconstruction could keep Jones sidelined into 2026. Jones had a promising rookie season in 2024, posting a 4.14 ERA over 22 starts and was expected to be a key part of the Pirates' rotation. The Pirates continue to struggle this season and recently changed managers. First baseman Enmanuel Valdez will also miss the remainder of the season due to shoulder surgery.