Prospects in the Pirates' 2020 player pool
As part of the new rules for the 2020 Major League season, each of the 30 organizations will maintain a 60-man player pool for the duration of the campaign. Some members of the player pool will feature on the active Major League roster while others will work out at an
Keller, Hayes anchor ship for Pirates
Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each system and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in their organization. Click here to locate your favorite club.There's plenty of change coming to Pittsburgh, starting at the top with new general manager Ben
Pirates Prospect Primer: Infield of dreams
Some players are on the verge of stardom, others are entering a crucial phase of their development and still others are getting their first tastes of full-season ball. With the 2019 season approaching, MiLB.com takes a look at the most intriguing prospects from each MLB organization.Shining star: Ke'Bryan Hayes, 3BA
Bucs' Hayes earns Spring Training invite
After a strong showing in all phases of his game in 2018, Ke'Bryan Hayes is ready for the next challenge. At least, the Pirates believe he is.The Bucs' second-ranked prospect will be joining the big club for Spring Training in Bradenton, Florida, as one of 13 non-roster invitees, the team announced
Hayes stands tall in stacked Pirates infield
Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each system and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in their organization.Click here to locate your favorite club.The Pirates' decision to be buyers at the 2018 trade deadline cost them a hefty
Eastern League playoff preview
No stranger to the postseason, Trenton has made the most of its trips by reaching the Eastern League Finals in seven of the last 11 seasons. In capturing the Eastern Division for the second straight year, they are three wins away from yet another appearance.Looking to thwart the charging Thunder
Curve announce 2018 team awards
CURVE, Pa. - Will Craig was named Most Valuable Player and Cam Vieaux was tabbed as the Pitcher of the Year as the Altoona Curve announced their 2018 team awards on Thursday night in a pregame ceremony before their final home game of the 2018 regular season at Peoples Natural
2018 Eastern League All-Star Team Announced
The Eastern League of Professional Baseball is pleased to announce the selections for the 2018 Eastern League All-Star Team as voted on by respective Eastern League managers and coaches and media personnel.
2018 Eastern League All-Star Team Announced
The Eastern League of Professional Baseball is pleased to announce the selections for the 2018 Eastern League All-Star Team as voted on by respective Eastern League managers and coaches and media personnel.
Craig, Hayes named Eastern League Season-Ending All-Stars
CURVE, Pa. - Altoona Curve first baseman Will Craig and third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes have been selected as Eastern League End-of-Season All-Stars, the league announced on Thursday afternoon.
Rodriguez, Craig blast way to All-Star win
TRENTON, N.J. -- A night after competing in Home Run Derby, Luigi Rodriguez and Will Craig produced the long balls that really counted.Rodriguez smacked a go-ahead solo shot in the eighth inning to secure BUSH'S® All-Star MVP honors. And when the Eastern League All-Star Classic ended in a 4-4 tie, Craig
Triple-A, Eastern sluggers set for HR derbies
Fans in Columbus and Trenton better make sure their gloves are oiled, laced up and ready to go.Derby season arrives next week for the Triple-A and Eastern leagues, and each circuit has announced its list of participants for their respective home run competitions. The Triple-A showcase will take place in
Craig selected to participate in Eastern League Home Run Derby
CURVE, Pa. - Altoona Curve first baseman Will Craig has been selected to participate in the 2018 Case's Pork Roll Home Run Derby on Tuesday, July 10 in Trenton, the league announced on Tuesday.
Four Curve players selected for Eastern League All-Star Game
CURVE, Pa. - Four players have been chosen to represent the Altoona Curve in the 2018 Eastern League All-Star Game, the team announced in conjunction with the Eastern League of Professional Baseball on Friday. The game will take place on Wednesday, July 11 at ARM & HAMMER Park in Trenton,
Craig powers his way to Player of the Week
Will Craig displayed a solid power stroke in his college days at Wake Forest, so he had a feeling it was only a matter of time before it showed up at the professional level. Last week the No. 17 Pirates prospect put that power potential front and center. Craig smashed
Craig and Zeuch Win Weekly Awards
PORTLAND, ME - The Eastern League is pleased to announce the winners of the Eastern League Player of the Week Award and Eastern League Pitcher of the Week Award for the period of June 11th through June 17th.
Craig named Eastern League Player of the Week
CURVE, Pa. - Altoona Curve first baseman Will Craig has been named the Eastern League Player of the Week for the week of June 11-17, the league announced on Monday, after he slugged five homers over six games.
Bucs' Craig homers in third straight, nearly cycles
Will Craig's hot hitting this week has won him some friends."Whenever I'm going good, they're gonna be cheering me," he laughed. "It's been a really good bonding experience."Craig connected again on Thursday, sending a fourth inning pitch from Binghamton starter Marcos Molina out to left field for his ninth homer
Prospect Roundup: Games of April 10
Theme of the dayYouth served: It was a good night to be a youngster in Minor League Baseball. No. 2 Nationals prospectJuan Soto, still only 19 in his second season with Class A Hagerstown, enjoyed a career performance, going 3-for-3 with a homer, double and six RBIs. Padres prospect Eguy Rosario
Pirates Prospect Primer: Keller's time to shine
Some players are on the verge of stardom, others are entering a crucial phase of their development and still others are getting their first tastes of full-season ball. With the 2018 season approaching, MiLB.com takes a look at the most intriguing prospects from each MLB organization.Shining star: Mitch Keller, RHPNo
Watch: Pirates first-rounders reflect on Draft
For most American, Canadian and Puerto Rican players, a professional baseball career starts with the First-Year Player Draft. It's an unusual experience -- these young men have spent much of their lives preparing for a job interview with an unknown employer. For first-round picks, the Draft brings instant fame, money
Craig sparks Marauders with career night
Will Craig has learned from his Class A Advanced Bradenton teammates not to focus too much on his numbers, which is why a lack of early-season run production didn't bother him one bit."Every year, it's a new step and a new level, especially with me going from Short Season to