The Pirates optioned Simon to Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday.
Simon is clearing out to make room on the active roster for the return of Oneil Cruz (concussion). The 25-year-old Simon slashed .233/.250/.267 in seven contests with Pittsburgh.
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Pirates' Ronny Simon: Two hits from leadoff spot
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Simon went 2-for-5 with two runs scored Wednesday against the Brewers.
Simon was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis after Oneil Cruz (concussion) landed on the injured list. He immediately led off with a right-handed starter on the mound and recorded the first multi-hit performance of his career. Simon is relatively light on power but makes regular contact and has consistently maintained double-digit walk rates while in the minors.
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Pirates' Ronny Simon: Recalled from Triple-A
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The Pirates recalled Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday.
Simon made his MLB debut with Pittsburgh earlier this season, slashing .234/.327/.277 with two doubles, five RBI, six runs scored and a 7:7 BB:K across his first 56 big-league plate appearances. He'll provide the Pirates with some middle-infield and outfield depth.
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Pirates' Ronny Simon: Optioned to Triple-A
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Simon was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday, per MiLB's transactions log.
Simon was claimed off waivers by Pittsburgh earlier in the day, but he'll report to Indy rather than join the big-league club. He'll serve as organizational depth for the Pirates and will presumably be a candidate for a promotion later on in the year given his versatility.
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Pirates' Ronny Simon: Claimed by Pittsburgh
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The Pirates claimed Simon off waivers from the Marlins on Monday.
Simon has slashed .234/.327/.277 in 56 plate appearances in the majors this season but offers defensive versatility with the ability to play all over the infield and also the corner outfield spots. Tanner Rainey was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
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Marlins' Ronny Simon: DFA'd by Miami
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The Marlins designated Simon for assignment Friday.
Simon is losing his spot on the 26-man and 40-man rosters after a three-error game earlier this week. The 25-year-old also never got on track offensively while up with the Marlins with a .234/.327/.277 slash line in 56 plate appearances.
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Marlins' Ronny Simon: Contract selected by Miami
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The Marlins selected Simon's contract from Triple-A Jacksonville on Sunday.
The 25-year-old will take the roster spot of Griffin Conine, who was placed on the injured list Sunday with a dislocated shoulder. Simon has a .962 OPS through 15 games with Jacksonville this year and will be making his MLB debut when he gets into a game.
