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Pirates' Griffin Sent to Triple-A; Penguins Eye AHL's Murashov

3/24/2026

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Konnor Griffin, a 19-year-old Pirates shortstop, has been sent to Triple-A to manage his service clock.
His limited experience at higher levels raises concerns about readiness.
The Penguins face a playoff chase with goaltenders Stuart Skinner and Arturs Silovs underperforming, prompting discussion of AHL prospect Sergei Murashov.
Sergei Murashov, dominating in the AHL, is seen as the better option but remains in the minors.

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Story summary

Konnor Griffin, a 19-year-old Pirates shortstop, has been sent to Triple-A to manage his service clock.
His limited experience at higher levels raises concerns about readiness.
The Penguins face a playoff chase with goaltenders Stuart Skinner and Arturs Silovs underperforming, prompting discussion of AHL prospect Sergei Murashov.
Sergei Murashov, dominating in the AHL, is seen as the better option but remains in the minors.