The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed eight round pick Zach Spears and 17th round pick Brad Case. There are more names on the way tonight, so check back for updates. I’ve linked each player to the Player Page for more information and will add new ones as they come up. The Draft Tracker is linked below. Bookmark it for future reference.
Pirates added the final five names from today. We might get some bonus information later. Jim Callis and Jonathan Mayo have been on top of those all day. All are going to Morgantown except Case, who is going to the GCL.
Kinneman signed for slot:
7th-rder Brett Kinneman signs w/@Pirates for $215,500 (full pick 204 value). North Carolina State OF, raw power is his best tool, improved approach in 2018, respectable athlete. @MLBDraft
— Jim Callis (@jimcallisMLB) June 12, 2018
As did Spears
8th-rder Zach Spears signs w/@Pirates for $171,800 (full pick 234 value). Miami (Ohio) LHP, 89-93 fastball, best secondary pitch is changeup with natural cutting action. @MLBDraft
— Jim Callis (@jimcallisMLB) June 12, 2018
Aaron Shortridge offered up minimal savings.
4th-rder Aaron Shortridge signs w/@Pirates for $475k (pick 114 = $488,200). California RHP, became a starter in 2018, three averagish pitches, fastball up to 93, fills the strike zone. @MLBDraft
— Jim Callis (@jimcallisMLB) June 12, 2018
Michael Flynn offered up some savings as well
6th-rder Michael Flynn signs w/@Pirates for $250k (pick 174 value = $275,600). Arizona RHP, throws four pitches for strikes: 90-94 mph fastball, cutter/slider, curveball, changeup. @MLBDraft
— Jim Callis (@jimcallisMLB) June 12, 2018
