Morris assigned to Bradenton

Pirates pitcher Bryan Morris was assigned to Single-A Bradenton on Sunday, meaning he will start the season with the Marauders, who begin their first year competing in the Florida State League in April.
Morris threw one inning for the Pirates this spring. He went 4-9 with a 5.57 ERA in 15 starts last year for Single-A Lynchburg.
Morris was one of 13 players the Pirates cuts Sunday.