Pirates’ Josh Harrison leaves game after being hit by pitch

Pittsburgh Pirates' Josh Harrison (5) watches the flight of the ball after hitting a solo home run in front of St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina in the first inning of a baseball game, Friday, Aug. 18, 2017, in Pittsburgh. (Keith Srakocic/AP)

MIAMI — Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Josh Harrison has left his team’s game at Miami after being hit on the left arm by a 96-mph fastball from Jose Urena.

Harrison appeared to be hit on the protective guard covering his elbow. He walked slowly to first base, but after consulting with a trainer he left the game.

The Pirates’ leadoff hitter, Harrison is batting .263 with one homer and five RBIs. He came into the game Sunday leading the team with 12 runs.

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