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The Pirates Landed the Draft’s Best Pure Hitter and Two Starting Pitching Candidates

The Pirates added another boost to a growing group of lower level talent.

On Sunday night, they drafted prep shortstop Termarr Johnson out of Georgia. Johnson was regarded as one of the best pure hitters in this draft, with a chance to hit for plus power.

What really stood out on Sunday night was his confidence.

Johnson was asked what Pirates fans are getting. His response?

“The best player in the draft.”

Primed and ready to go.

The @Pirates got a real one in @JohnsonTermarr.