Irvine shortstop Crumlich drafted by Pirates in 9th round
UC Irvine junior D J Crumlich, picked 286th by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the ninth round, describes the moment as life changing. The Irvine native will begin a pro path with the Pirates’ Class A affiliate West Virginia Power, enduring bus rides and small-budget realities beyond the big-city hopes.
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Quiet leader Crumlich shines for UCI Vaqueros
Mike Gillespie praises Crumlich as a standout defender and leader at UC Irvine. The former Irvine High star, now a 2012 Big West Defensive Player of the Year candidate, emphasizes defense and consistency over flashy hitting. He excels at three infield positions and leads by example.
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Crumlich embraces baseball journey from Irvine to minors
D.J. Crumlich, UC Irvine graduate and Pirates draftee, details a long minor league climb from 2012 with State College and West Virginia Power to a pro career shaped by low signing bonuses, positional shifts, and relentless daily grind. Teammate Chris Rabage praises his leadership, work ethic, and competitive drive amid the business of baseball.
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