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Prospect Bell makes 1st big league start
- Updated: August 21, 2016
PITTSBURGH — Pirates fans have been clamoring for first baseman/outfielder Josh Bell to join the big league club. A shoulder injury that landed third baseman Jung Ho Kang on the 15-day disabled list created an opportunity for Bell, who made his first Major League start at first base on Sunday against the Marlins at PNC Park.
This is the second stint for Bell with the Pirates. He made his Major League debut on July 8, singling off Cubs ace Jake Arrieta. The following day, he smacked a pinch-hit grand slam off Adam Warren. In five plate appearances, the switch-hitter has gone 2-for-3 with a pair of walks.
At Triple-A Indianapolis, Bell hit .295 with 14 home runs and 60 RBIs in 114 games. Defense was the reason Bell was not promoted permanently, despite his offensive prowess. He …
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