Rodríguez’s Injury Forces Positional Shift | Pittsburgh Pirates News

Pirates catcher Endy Rodríguez’s promising season hit a major snag after hip labrum surgery, sidelining him for 7-9 months. Once heating up at the plate with power and on-base skills, his future behind the dish is now in doubt — especially with a history of arm issues and the physical toll of catching. The team must now figure out where to plug him when he returns: first base (his most natural fit), designated hitter (low-impact, high-value), or even third base or outfield — though all come with challenges. For now, DH or first base offers the safest path to recovery while keeping him relevant. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/83fb658e6e3325e4