As snow flew down on a cold January afternoon, 18-year-old Korean pitching phenom Jun-Seok Shim was soaking in the atmosphere at PNC Park following his introductory press conference as the top ten prospect signs with Pittsburgh. For the Pirates, this is an incredible signing, and a dream come true for Shim.
The Pirates have been busy through the international signing period, acquiring 22 prospects from eight different countries, with Shim and 17-year old outfielder Raymond Mola both being ranked in the top 26 of all overseas prospects. Shim was ranked 10th and was the number two overall pitcher in the class.