The Penguins aren't the only ones who have been winning lately. The Pirates have gotten off to a hot start even though its only spring. They are 3-1 with wins over the Phillies, Red Sox, and Astros.
The Bucs have also been getting the balong ll. They ripped four against the Astros and three of them came from players who are battling for bench spots. Craig Monroe, who received a minor league contract this off-season, is my pick to be the fourth outfielder, over Jeff Salazar. Jason Jaramillo should have the upper hand over Robinson Diaz as the backup catcher to Ryan Doumit.
Two players who have impressed so far who were considered long shots to make the team out of spring training are: second baseman Shelby Ford and Rule 5 draft pick Donnie Veal. I personally wouldn't mind seeing the Pirates front office try to trade Freddy Sanchez and let Ford take over, especially since they are still "rebuilding" and Sanchez hasn't done a whole lot since winnning the batting title in 2006.
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