Madera Native Murf Gray Named Pittsburgh Pirates’ Minor League Player of the Year
Madera native Murf Gray has been named the Pittsburgh Pirates' Minor League Player of the Year by Baseball America, recognized for his .305 batting average and 32 home runs across multiple minor league levels.
Fresno Visalia, CA, September 22, 2026 —
Madera, California – Murf Gray, a native of Madera, has been honored with the prestigious Minor League Player of the Year award by Baseball America, representing the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. The announcement recognizes Gray’s outstanding performance throughout the past season across various minor league levels.
Gray’s selection highlights his significant achievements on the field, most notably his consistent offensive output. He recorded a .305 batting average for the season, demonstrating a strong ability to hit for a high average. Complementing this was his power-hitting prowess, as he achieved a total of 32 home runs. These statistics were accumulated over his time playing in multiple minor league affiliates within the Pirates’ system.
The award from Baseball America is a notable recognition within the professional baseball community, signaling Gray as a top emerging talent within the Pittsburgh Pirates’ farm system. Further details regarding the specific minor league teams he played for or the exact timeline of his performance were not provided in the summary.
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