Murf Gray named Pirates' Willie Stargell Slugger of the Year

Murf Gray has been awarded the Pittsburgh Pirates' Willie Stargell Slugger of the Year for 2026 after a standout first season in professional baseball. Gray led all Pirates minor leaguers with 32 home runs and posted a.305 batting average with a.969 OPS across three teams, including the Altoona Curve. Selected in the Competitive Balance-B round in 2025, Gray demonstrated significant improvement from his college days and established himself as a top prospect in the team's minor league system. With a projected debut in 2027, Gray could compete for a major league roster spot during Spring Training.

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