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Pirates Promote 19-Year-Old Konnor Griffin for Opener

5/14/2026

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The Pittsburgh Pirates called up 19-year-old shortstop prospect Konnor Griffin before Friday’s home opener against the Baltimore Orioles.
Griffin, the No. 1 prospect, will start at shortstop while a deal is negotiated.
He hit .438/.571/.625 with three doubles and three steals in 21 Triple-A games.
If he reaches 172 days, the contract awards Pittsburgh a first-round pick if Griffin wins Rookie of the Year or ranks in the top three MVP.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates called up 19-year-old shortstop prospect Konnor Griffin before Friday’s home opener against the Baltimore Orioles.
Griffin, the No. 1 prospect, will start at shortstop while a deal is negotiated.
He hit .438/.571/.625 with three doubles and three steals in 21 Triple-A games.
If he reaches 172 days, the contract awards Pittsburgh a first-round pick if Griffin wins Rookie of the Year or ranks in the top three MVP.