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Pirates Reassign Top Prospect Konnor Griffin to Triple-A

3/22/2026

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Konnor Griffin, the Pittsburgh Pirates' 19-year-old shortstop and MLB's top prospect, was reassigned to minor league camp after spring training.
Griffin hit four home runs in 16 Grapefruit League games, batting .171 with a high strikeout rate.
Don Kelly described the decision as extremely difficult, noting Griffin will develop at Triple-A Indianapolis.
The Pirates prioritize Griffin's long-term growth by sending him to Triple-A Indianapolis to focus on fundamentals.

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Konnor Griffin, the Pittsburgh Pirates' 19-year-old shortstop and MLB's top prospect, was reassigned to minor league camp after spring training.
Griffin hit four home runs in 16 Grapefruit League games, batting .171 with a high strikeout rate.
Don Kelly described the decision as extremely difficult, noting Griffin will develop at Triple-A Indianapolis.
The Pirates prioritize Griffin's long-term growth by sending him to Triple-A Indianapolis to focus on fundamentals.