Emergence of Esmerlyn Valdez
Before 2025, the Pirates system faced a significant issue: a lack of impactful hitting prospects. However, Esmerlyn Valdez has emerged as a notable exception, coming out of nowhere as a slugging stud worth watching.
Under General Manager Ben Cherington, the Pirates have successfully developed talented arms throughout the system. Until this season, though, they had not seen the same results with their offensive talent.
Prior to the 2025 season, the biggest question facing the Pirates' system was their lack of impactful hitting prospects, with most of their top-end talent being pitchers. This changed during the season, with offensive prospects making significant strides forward.
Esmerlyn Valdez has come out of nowhere as a slugging stud worth watching.
Author's summary: Pirates' system develops impactful hitting prospect.
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