After tearing up Class AAA last year and having one of the best offensive seasons for any Pirate prospect, Ji Hwan Bae has finally gotten his call to the majors.
On Friday, the Pirates selected the contract of the utility player, who is ranked as their No. 11 prospect by MLB Pipeline.
"I’ve dreamed of it all my life," Bae said through interpreter Young Choe. "I’m so excited. I’m ready to go."
From a results standpoint, Bae has been more than deserving this year, batting .289/.362/.430 with eight home runs and 30 stolen bases.