Pittsburgh Pirates News: Jared Triolo Records First Career Hit

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In the world of professional baseball, making it to the big leagues is the dream of every player's career. Jared Triolo was given that opportunity Wednesday night as he made his debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Thrust into action due to Ke'Bryan Hayes' unfortunate injury, Triolo had big shoes to fill. This article delves into Triolo's path to becoming a Pirate and highlights his momentous first big league hit after a tough start.

Jared Triolo's journey to the Pittsburgh Pirates was one marked by hard work, dedication, and a burning passion for the game. He was born in New Hampshire which is not exactly a Baseball hotbed for talent. However, he caught the attention of college scouts, and he would go on to play for the University of Houston Cougars.

During his college career, Triolo proved himself as a dynamic infielder, displaying excellent defensive skills and a knack for clutch hitting. He consistently improved year after year, garnering attention from major league scouts. In 2019, the Pittsburgh Pirates recognized Triolo's potential and drafted him in the second round, making him the 72nd overall pick.

The Pittsburgh Pirates promoted third baseman Jared Triolo on Wednesday to make his Big League debut.

On Wednesday night, Jared Triolo's dreams became a reality as he stepped onto the field in a Pittsburgh Pirates uniform. This would mark his Major League debut. With Ke'Bryan Hayes sidelined due to an injury, the young infielder has an opportunity to showcase his skill with the Pittsburgh Pirates. However, his debut was initially met with some struggles.

Triolo had a challenging start, going 0-2 at the plate during the early innings of the game. Facing major league pitching for the first time can be an intimidating task, especially with the pressure of performing in front of a crowd. He did reach base earlier in the game on a controversial hit-by-pitch call. However, he had struck out the other 2 times.

In the midst of a tough night, things finally changed for the third base prospect in the later innings. He got up to bat in the bottom of the 8th and smacked a solid line drive to left-center field. The liner went past the infielders for a single. The crowd at PNC Park recognized Triolo for recording his first hit in his Big League career.