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Pirates prospect Termarr Johnson suffers serious knee injury

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Pittsburgh Pirates top prospect Termarr Johnson, a 22-year-old second baseman, suffered a serious left knee injury in a Triple-A Indianapolis game against Iowa, requiring a cart and an air cast as he exited in the fourth inning. The injury comes amid a difficult season, as Johnson has slashed .199/.336/.319 over 96 games with 14 doubles, eight home runs and 37 RBIs, and he is eligible for the Rule 5 Draft this offseason. The Pirates will be watching closely for updates on his diagnosis, as this setback could affect his development timeline and roster plans. Adding context, former Pirates prospect Ji Hwan Bae has joined the Milwaukee Brewers, highlighting the Pirates’ dynamic infield depth and competition as the season progresses. With roughly 37 games left in the Triple-A schedule, the injury arrives at a pivotal moment for Johnson’s prospects and the Pirates’ organizational strategy.

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