McCutchenIsTheTruth

Over in the Brandon Sutter beats the Bruins thread, I had a long, long post written out on my thoughts on Ray Shero and the Draft. Apparently, it was literally too long, so I decided to move it...

Each player's name contains a link to a player profile and scouting report. The full top 30 list is here. 11 - Jose Osuna12 - Clay Holmes13 - Alex Dickerson14 - Tony Sanchez15 - Wyatt MathisenE...

Pirates sign Jonathan Sanchez - A look at the minor league signingExclusive Interview: Mel Rojas Jr. - Interview with the Pirates farmhandExclusive Interview: Zack Dodson - Interview with the...

Newly added to Buried Treasure is a depth chart* for both positional players and pitchers that gives information on contract status, options remaining, 40 man/rule 5 status, and minor league...

Just kidding. But really. 2012 Biggest Prospect Disappointments Plus more names to know for the upcoming June draft. Names to Know for the 2013 Draft v. 5.0 And...Will the Pirates make any...

Sorry, I've been writing, but not really finishing meaningful posts or bringing the updates I normally do. I'm now trying to get caught up and this will cover all but the last few articles for the...

Since as far as I can tell, it was never mentioned here... 16 year-old pitcher from Australia named Nick Hutchings. Nothing super exciting, but he looks like he could be a legit prospect if he...

Next installment of my top 30 prospects. Three of the guys are higher minor guys (Holt is no longer with the org) who look to be bench or relief options in the long run but could provide some...

Click each players name for a link to a specific player profile. Click here for the top 30 list as is. Updated often. 16 - Dilson Herrera 17 - Brock Holt* 18 - Max Moroff 19 - Justin Wilson ...

Click here for more on the saga of Francisco Liriano's non-throwing arm. + More Neal Huntington and the story of Brad Hawpe - A look at the Pirates, Neal Huntington, and the old draft...

Written by me! Four of the articles have several player profiles from draft prospects for the 2013 draft, ranging from the elite top 10 guys to further down into the second round and potentially...

I take a look at who I think the Pirates should draft with their original pick - #14 and their compensation pick for not signing Mark Appel - #9. Link right here A 31+ article on fan favorite Gift...

Here's an overview of the deal. Link There's also a profile of the three minor league players. Sands, Pimentel, De Jesus There's also more articles. A look at each of the following. The...

Y'all might have noticed by now, but if not, Buried Treasure has added another author, Jimmy Coverdale. My passion is the minor leagues, and that's what I cover most. Jimmy compliments Buried...

The title pretty much says it all. I'm one-third of the way through my top 30 prospects. Click each of the names for a link to the individual player's profile. As always, feedback is much...

Charlie has given me permission to shamelessly promote my blog in the fanpost section (within reason; thanks Charlie!) so here it goes. Here's a fanshot from a few days ago (for those who don't get...

The title says it all. I'm just impressed that the Pirates have enough depth in their farm system now that guys #26-30 are actually fairly intriguing. In fact, the 4th biggest bonus the Pirates...

Regular season baseball is over, and unfortunately my team (the Pirates) collapsed in epic fashion, so they are finished until spring. The Draft won't even be that soon, not until next June S...

2008:67 2009: 67 2010: 57 2011: 72 2012: 73 (Currently)

Saw a tweet by Ben Bradler today. Pointed out something interesting. Michael Ynoa (also misspelled Ynoa) of the Oakland Athletics will be rule 5 eligible after this season. For those who don't...

Pirates are up 8-2. On our way to 1/3rd of a sweep and first place! 3 Homeruns already tonight Pirates are up 8-2. On our way to 1/3rd of a sweep and first place! 3 Homeruns already tonight Pirates...