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Derek Shelton and Miguel Perez Discuss Player Development and Promotions to Pittsburgh

The ultimate goal in Minor League Baseball is to get each player to the next level and eventually contributing at the big league level. So, what does the communication needed for that goal look like from those at the top?

For Indianapolis manager Miguel Perez, it is about implementing the direction to best prepare those players on the doorstep to become acclimated quickly.

“The communication has been outstanding,” Perez said. “I think there are clear messages on guys who get sent down or guys who are sent up. It is not a daily conversation with [Pirates manager Derek Shelton], but somehow we communicate constantly.