The Pittsburgh Pirates have demoted catcher Henry Davis, the No. 1 pick in the 2021 draft, to the minors due to struggles at the plate. Despite being a strategic pick, Davis has failed to establish himself in the majors. The team faces questions about their draft choices and the future. Other top draftees have had their own issues, and Davis' struggles are analyzed in detail. The Pirates organization has a history of premium picks not living up to expectations, signaling a need for better drafts moving forward.
