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Spencer Horwitz (wrist) set for tee hitting soon

by Bruno Mulé | Pirates Correspondent | Wed, Mar 5th 10:23am EST

Pirates senior director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk said Wednesday that Spencer Horwitz (wrist) is expected to begin hitting off a tee by this weekend or early next week, per team reports. (Andrew Destin)

Fantasy Impact:

Horwitz is taking dry swings as he recovers from right wrist surgery, with an April comeback in sight—Opening Day’s off the table, but he’s pegged as Pittsburgh’s go-to first baseman once back. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues might stash him; his bat could bring steady value if he’s ready by spring’s end.

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