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Anthony Solometo tried throwing like everyone else when he was younger. The left-hander was taught to pick up a ball like everyone, with the intent to throw it overhand. He had an issue with dropping his arm...
Returning from Tommy John surgery, Braxton Ashcraft was just looking to remain healthy in his 2023 season. “The health was the biggest focal point of the season,” said Ashcraft at the end of last year’s campaign. “I...

Pirates Sign 13th Round Pick Zack Kone to Over-Slot Deal

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that they signed Duke shortstop Zack Kone, who was their 13th round pick. He received a $166,700 bonus, which came...

Gunnar Hoglund Does Not Sign with Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates failed to reach an agreement with their 36th overall pick Gunnar Hoglund before the draft deadline. He will be attending Ole...

Brad Case Quickly Shows Improvements in Pro Ball

When judging prospects from the draft each year, one of the things we look at is their placement in the minors. That usually gives...

Pirates Sign 11th Round Draft Pick Michael Burrows

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Tuesday evening that they have signed 11th round draft pick Michael Burrows. He's a projectable, 18-year-old, right-handed pitcher, who...

Will the Pirates Sign Gunnar Hoglund?

The Pirates signed two of their remaining top ten round draft picks yesterday, locking up fifth round pick Grant Koch, and tenth rounder Mike...

Pirates Sign Fifth Round Pick, Grant Koch and Tenth Round Pick, Mike Gretler

According to Jim Callis, the Pittsburgh Pirates have signed Grant Koch, their fifth round pick. He received the full value for his spot. Here's...

Draft News and International Notes for the Pirates

Some quick notes regarding the Pittsburgh Pirates for the 2018 amateur draft and the July 2nd signing period. The finals of the College World Series...

Pirates Sign Second Round Pick Braxton Ashcraft and Third Round Pick Connor Kaiser

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed third round pick Connor Kaiser on Friday afternoon. He was one of five picks in the top ten round who...

Pirates Sign an Additional Three Draft Picks, Including Jack Herman

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that they have signed three more 2018 draft picks on Tuesday afternoon. The group includes Jack Herman, the first prep...

Pirates Sign First Round Pick Travis Swaggerty

Jim Callis from MLB Pipeline announced that the Pittsburgh Pirates will sign first round draft pick Travis Swaggerty for $4.4 M. The deal won't...

Pirates Announce Four Additional Draft Signings

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced four draft signings on Thursday night, bringing the total to 23 players signed. Their player pages are listed below. Daniel...

Pirates Sign Nine More Draft Picks

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced the signings of nine players on Wednesday night. All of them will be headed to Bristol except 20th round pick...

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