Associated Press Aug 14, 2026, 09:25 PM ET PITTSBURGH -- Pirates third baseman Nick Gonzales was struck on the helmet by a pitch from Jovani Moran in the fifth inning and left Pittsburgh's game against the Boston Red Sox.

Gonzales, who entered the day third in the NL in hitting, suffered a facial contusion and was replaced by pinch‑runner Jacob Gonzalez. The Pirates said Gonzales is day‑to‑day.

The 27‑year‑old went 0‑for‑2, dropping his batting average to .307 in 118 games. He also has six home runs and a career‑high 53 RBIs.

The setback comes as Gonzales continues to rank among the league’s top hitters, highlighting his importance to the Pirates' lineup. His performance this season has been a key factor in Pittsburgh’s push for a playoff spot.