PHOENIX -- The Pirates kicked off their year-end minor-league awards Tuesday by recognizing four players who made a noticeable impact in the system.
Outfielder Matt Gorski was named the Willie Stargell Slugger of the Year, left-hander Tyler Samaniego was named the Kent Tekulve Reliever of the Year, third baseman Jared Triolo was named the Bill Mazeroski Defender of the Year and Infielder Tsung-Che Cheng was named the Omar Moreno Baserunner of the Year.
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