Kenny Lofton was acquired by the San Francisco Giants.  He came late in spring training.  Last year Kenny hit 11 home runs and 51 RBI's.
	Jason Kendall began his pirate career in 1995.  Jason is an All-Star catcher.  in 2002, Jason hit 3 home runs and 44 RBI's.  Not his best season.
	Brian Giles was acquired by the Cleveland Indian in 1998.  Since then Brian has produced all-star seasons.  In 2002, Brian hit 38 homeruns and 103 RBI's.
	Aramis Ramirez started his career with the Pirates in 1998.  Since then Aramis has been a good ball player.  In 2002, Aramis hit 18 homeruns and 71 RBI's.
	Randall Simon began his career with the Detroit Tigers in 1997.  In his career he has 32 homeruns and 167 RBI's.
	Reggie Sanders was acquired by the San Francisco Giants, Reggie has been on 6 teams in the past 6 years.  In 2001, Reggie won the World Series.  Reggie is a good ball player.
	Calvin Pokey Reese was acquired in 2002 from the Cincinnati Reds.  He is our 2nd baseman.  Pokey has 2 gold gloves at second base.
	Jack Wilson was acquired by St. Louis in 1999.  Jack Wilson is a good shortstop.  In 2002, Jack led the NL in sacrifice hits.
	Kris Benson was drafted by the Pirates in 1996 in the Free Agent Draft.  In 2002 Kris was 9-6 with a ERA of 4.70