Lastings Milledge, who is entering his fifth major-league season, arrived this week at the Pirates' final minicamp in excellent shape, trimmer and more muscular. During morning sessions in the batting cage, Milledge attacked the ball. "I know this is going to be an important year," Milledge said Thursday. "I'm expecting a lot out of myself. I've been putting in the work, because I think this year could set up the rest of my career."