Pittsburgh Pirates: Three Under the Radar Players to Watch in 2020

During what is sure to be a wacky and wild 2020 MLB season, anything could happen. That includes these three players playing a larger role than you expect for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Anything can happen in a 60-game season. Especially one that has been shortened by of all things a global virus pandemic. Some players you never thought would play a large role will step up, and will play large roles. And the Pittsburgh Pirates have a handful of more underrated guys you could see breakout in these conditions.

Many folks know who is expected to play a big role for the Pirates in 2020. Josh Bell, Bryan Reynolds, Kevin Newman, Gregory Polanco, Joe Musgrove, Mitch Keller, Keone Kela, and Kyle Crick, just to name a few, are expected to be major contributors for the Pirates this season. But which players could fly under the radar while playing a larger role than you expect for the Bucs?

Today, let’s look at three Pittsburgh Pirates players currently in their 60-man player pool that could potentially play to play a big role in the 2020 season. Especially if they get the chance to get some regular playing time in this shortened season.