The Pirates today agreed to terms with their first-round draft pick, Boston College catcher Tony Sanchez, on a signing bonus believed to be in the range of $2.5 million.

Sanchez, as he had assured the team before his selection at No. 4 overall, was not difficult to sign. The three-day draft ended yesterday, and the signing deadline is Aug. 17.

He will report to the team's extended spring training program in Bradenton, Fla., immediately, then report to Class A West Virginia in 10 days.

There will be an introductory news conference for Sanchez later today at PNC Park.

Check PBC Blog for details, updates.