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Morning Report: What Remains in the System from the 2008-2013 Drafts?

Around this time last year, I took a look at what was remaining in the system from each draft class, which at the time...

Prospect Watch: JT Brubaker Throws Seven Shutout Innings

A look at how the current top 30 prospects did today. If a player is in the majors for an extended time (Colin Moran...

Calvin Mitchell Receives a Lot of Recognition for His Strong Week at the Plate

Earlier today, we posted our weekly recap of the top performers in the system. We expanded the article this year to add a 21st...

“There’s only 30 of those guys. That’s who I want to be, and that’s who I feel I can be.”

The Pirates wanted Cole Tucker to build off his late success from last year in Altoona. Tucker had a strong finish to the year,...

Should Elias Diaz Be Getting More Playing Time After His Hot Start?

PHILADELPHIA — It looks like for the first time in a long time, the Pirates might have a backup catcher that is pushing for...

The 21: Calvin Mitchell’s Hitting Highlights Last Week’s Action

Every Monday during the minor league season, we take a look at the top performers in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system, giving scouting reports...

Morning Report: Breaking Down Some of the Best and Worst Prospect Performances So Far

Yesterday I wrote about how the early season stats in the minors are important to follow, but ultimately end up meaningless. Prospects, especially the...

Prospect Watch: Schlabach Throws Shutout Ball; Madris Does it All in Bradenton Win

A look at how the current top 30 prospects did today. If a player is in the majors for an extended time (Colin Moran...

What Should the Pirates Do at Second Base and Leadoff?

PHILADELPHIA — Since starting second baseman and leadoff hitter Josh Harrison was sidelined with a broken hand, the Pirates have gone about replacing him...

A Look at the Progress from the Pittsburgh Pirates 2015-16 International Signing Class

We plan to have an article dedicated to the international side each Sunday throughout the season, so until the Dominican Summer League begins play,...

Morning Report: Mind the Early Season Prospect Stats, But Realize They Don’t Matter

We're always adjusting our approach to evaluating prospects on the site, as that should be a constantly evolving process. We learn from mistakes, evaluate...

Prospect Watch: Big Days for Calvin Mitchell and Jason Martin; Tyler Gaffney Homers

A look at how the current top 30 prospects did today. If a player is in the majors for an extended time (Colin Moran...