Pittsburgh Pirates: Five Prospects Who Can Make MLB Impact in 2022

Altoona Curve starting pitcher Roansy Contreras throws against the Erie SeaWolves on June 15, 2021, at UPMC Park in Erie.P6seawolves061521
Altoona Curve starting pitcher Roansy Contreras throws against the Erie SeaWolves on June 15, 2021, at UPMC Park in Erie.P6seawolves061521
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Aug 25, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington looks on during batting practice before the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

With the Pittsburgh Pirates set to see multiple highly touted prospects graduated to the Major League level during the 2022 season these five prospects in particular could make a huge impact next season

It is well known that the Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the most talented, and deepest, farm systems in all of baseball. This is why the future for the Pirate organization remains bright despite the team currently wrapping up their third consecutive season with a losing record.

This talented farm system started to produce some fruits this season. In limited MLB action before getting injured pitcher Miguel Yajure flashed why he can be a big part of the Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation in 2022 and beyond.

Ke’Bryan Hayes officially graduated from prospect status this season. While Hayes is still looking to completely find his footing offensively he may already be the best defensive third baseman in all of Major League Baseball.

With all sights now set on the 2022 season fans of the Pittsburgh Pirates can begin to look ahead to prospects who can debut with the club next season. These five prospects in particular have the potential to make a big impact with the Major League club in 2022.

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