For an organization on a budget like the Pittsburgh Pirates, the non-tender deadline is like Christmas. While many of the guys cut loose this time of year don't have much to offer, there are a select few who stand out like gems.
As the Pirates scour the latest additions to the free-agent crop, there are three types of players who will draw their attention: young players who once showed flashes and can maybe regain their form in a new environment, veterans who can help now and possibly be flipped at the trade deadline, and a handful of guys who sort of have a foot in both camps.