Overview
- The team officially recalled infielder Tyler Callihan and optioned outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez to add infield depth while Griffin is evaluated.
- Reporting says Griffin is experiencing right forearm soreness and the club has described the situation as developing with updates to follow.
- Griffin has been a regular contributor this season, producing a .261/.322/.394 line with four home runs, eight doubles, two triples and 12 stolen bases across 49 games.
- Pittsburgh is 29-27 and currently leading its series against the Cubs 2-1 while sitting 5.5 games behind the NL Central leader, factors that shaped the quick depth move.
- Griffin is a top prospect and a Rookie of the Year candidate, so the club’s near-term focus is balancing his recovery with maintaining the lineup and defensive stability.