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Does Iwamura make sense for the Pirates?

Found November 03, 2009 on Pirates Prospects: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Pedro Alvarez,  Brad Lincoln,  Jose Tabata,  Lastings Milledge,  Charlie Morton
TEAMS: Pittsburgh Pirates

Let's be honest here: the Pirates aren't competing in 2010.There is plenty of room for optimism in other areas of the organization. Pedro Alvarez and Brad Lincoln will likely make their debuts in June. Jose Tabata may also join that list. The Pirates will also get to see what they have from some of the 2009 trades, especially from the likes of Lastings Milledge, Charlie Morton, and Joel


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