The Pirates today signed Craig Wilson, a first baseman and outfielder in their organization for nearly a decade until 2006, to a minor-league contract. He will be assigned to Class AAA Indianapolis.

Wilson, 31, had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder in June, costing him the remainder of the season. He signed a minor-league deal with the Cincinnati Reds this offseason, but was cut early in spring training when failing a physical.

More details in tomorrow's Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.