Sometime this offseason, the Pirates will announce their minor-league award winners, ranging from top hitter to pitcher to recognizing other contributors in the farm system.
After tracking the farm system this winter in this feature, separate pieces and Friday Insider, we feel that we can give our suggestions for who the winners for some key awards should be.
Keep in mind these awards are going to be based on a player's individual performance, not necessarily their ranking in the farm system or prospect charts. A sleeper in Class AAA Indianapolis, AA Altoona, High-A Greensboro or Low-A Bradenton has the same chance as someone who has cracked the majors.