PT TOMORROW: NL Central—Polanco knocking on PIT's door

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates haven't been getting much production from their corner outfielders thus far, fueling speculation that Gregory Polanco (OF, PIT) could be called up in the near future. The 22-year-old is off to an outstanding start for Triple-A Indianapolis, as he's put up a 400/.457/.632 batting line in 105 plate appearances. He's also contributed four home runs and four stolen bases, though he's been caught four times as well. Polanco entered the season as the 10th ranked prospect in baseball, according BaseballHQ.com's HQ100, and his stock continues to rise.

Travis Snider (OF, PIT) and Jose Tabata (OF, PIT) have been sharing time in right field, but neither have been productive offensively. Snider continues to...

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