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ATLANTA -- The Pirates plan to search for a left-handed power bat to play first base or right field in 2007, preferably someone young enough that they can control his rights for several seasons.

That might come from within, general manager Dave Littlefield said yesterday, or it might take a trade. Free agency is an option, too, but not preferred because youth is scarce in that market.

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Charlie Brown

Pirates need a left handed power bat.

Who doesn't.

I surely hope that Littlefield does not think that Jack Wilson will get him the type of hitter he needs.

He will most likely have to give up Castillo and one of the young arms.