# SHOCK: Anthony Murphy Names Greensboro Grasshoppers BEST Affiliate of Ben Cherrington ERA?

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Podcast: [Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933)
Published: 2026-09-15T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Pittsburgh Pirates’ loaded farm system signals a bright future—with Greensboro Grasshoppers' playoff run highlighting breakout stars like Edward Florentino, Wyatt Sanford, and Axel Plas. Are these prospects the key to the Bucs’ next contending roster? Gary Morgan and Anthony Murphy break down top Pirates prospects across every minor league level, spotlighting Murph Gray’s meteoric rise, Easton Carmichael’s power, and scintillating arms like Reynold Navarro and Carlson Reed. Key insights include Rule 5 Draft challenges, the evolving roles of players such as Lonnie White Jr. and Termarr Johnson, plus hard questions about pitching development. Anthony Murphy offers expert perspective on how this wave of talent compares to previous Ben Cherington-era affiliates. Can this prospect class deliver lasting change in Pittsburgh? Don’t miss this deep dive into the Pirates’ promising farm system and future stars to watch.

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