The Pirates received an important reprieve Thursday when MLB canceled this year’s Rule 5 draft, meaning they won’t lose any key prospects.
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The Pirates received an important reprieve Thursday when MLB canceled this year’s Rule 5 draft, meaning they won’t lose any key prospects.