Pirates Pitcher Jones Dominates in Rehab Start

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Jared Jones made a triumphant return to the mound on April 29, pitching three perfect innings for Single-A Bradenton. This marked his first professional game since September 27, 2024, following season-ending surgery in May 2025. Jones threw 41 pitches, with 30 for strikes, demonstrating he can still reach his rookie-year velocity, touching 101 mph on his fastball.

His rehab progression included throwing off a flat mound on December 9 and his first bullpen session on January 11. After working with the team during Spring Training and throwing a live bullpen on April 14, Jones entered simulated games. He cannot officially return to the Pirates until May 26, after being on the 60-day injured list since March 26. The team anticipates him working through the minor leagues to rejoin the pitching staff by late May.