2026-07-13

Pirates' safe draft strategy rarely pays off

The Pirates drafted conservatively in 2026, prioritizing safer prospects over high-upside players with their fifth overall pick and substantial bonus pool. This strategy mirrors their failed 2009 and 2021 approaches, where going under-slot on top picks to spend more on…

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