Entering the season, the Pittsburgh Pirates most intriguing minor league affiliate to watch was the Double-A Altoona Curve. The team was loaded with a lot of top talent including top prospects Mitch Keller and Ke’Bryan Hayes. They went along with a handful of other top 30 Pittsburgh Pirates prospects. The Curve lived up to the preseason expectations and are about to enter the playoffs after winning their division.
With that being said, the Pittsburgh Pirates Double-A affiliate has announced their team’s regular season awards. These awards are Most Valuable Player, Pitcher of the Year, Defender of the Year, Unsung Hero, Fan Appreciation Award, and Teammate of the Year.