Pirates Notes: Jaso and Bell First Base Video, Kang Update, Improved Hitting From Bell

Today was the first day of mini camp, or what used to be known as mini camp. It's actually called "voluntary workouts", as it isn't a required event for any player to attend. But "mini camp" is much easier to use, as people know what you're referring to. We posted a partial list of players who were here in today's open discussion thread, along with some notes.

In previous years, there would be a disproportionate reaction when players either attended or didn't attend mini camp, with the idea that a lot actually takes place here. This is what actually took place today:

1. The players talked and caught up in the locker room.

2. The players, both position players and pitchers, had their throwing…