2008 Draft Open Thread: Bucs Take Alvarez
Have at it, folks. I'll be in and out today, but I'll definitely be around for the first pick when the draft starts at 2:00 PM EST. Major League Baseball's Draft Page John Sickels' Minor Leagu...
ESPN, Post-Gazette Profile Pedro Alvarez
There's a huge feature at ESPN.com about Pedro Alvarez. It's a great read if you want to get to know him. There's a bit about the Pirates, too: Now, as one of the top players in the count...
Gorzelanny to Minors? Plus, Who Do the Rays Want?
The Post-Gazette reports: General manager Neal Huntington, on his weekly radio show yesterday, said the Pirates would consider sending pitcher Tom Gorzelanny to Class AAA In...
Alvarez vs. Beckham: What's the Long-Term Plan?
In the comment section to a previous thread, Patthatt writes: How about we take the HS guy with a huge upside in Tim Beckham, be patient and hope he develops over the next 3-4 year...
Pirates Leaning Toward Pedro Alvarez or Tim Beckham
The Pirates are leaning toward taking either Vanderbilt infielder Pedro Alvarez or Georgia high school shortstop Tim Beckham with the second overall pick in the draft, the Post-Gazette reports. Tampa ...