Bell (knee) will bat third and man first base in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bell was slowed earlier in the spring after requiring arthroscopic surgery in February to remove a loose body in his knee, but after appearing in some simulated games last week, the Pirates have cleared him to make his Grapefruit League debut. Despite his limited at-bats in the big leagues, the 24-year-old already boasts advanced plate discipline, though he hasn't yet showcased the premium power most teams value from their corner infielders.