"Derrek Lee arrived in Pittsburgh with little fanfare and even more skepticism.

Fans weren't sure the 35-year-old first baseman, who has since turned 36, could still produce. Or if he wanted to play in Pittsburgh at all.

But his production ever since has many clamoring for his return next season.

Entering this weekend's series against the Marlins, Lee had hit four home runs in 10 games as a Pirate.

"He's made his presence felt," manager Clint Hurdle said. "He's gone out and he's made plays. He's absolutely added a dimension to our offense we don't have.""