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Pirates Send Top Prospect Konnor Griffin to Triple-A to Open Season

Team leaders say the move centers on development for a long major-league career.

Overview

  • Konnor Griffin will start 2026 with Triple-A Indianapolis after a reassignment from big-league camp.
  • Ben Cherington said the Pirates chose more minor-league time to support his long-term development and did not rule out a 2026 debut.
  • Under Armour confirmed a multi-year cleat and apparel deal with the 19-year-old shortstop.
  • The near-unanimous No. 1 prospect posted a .333/.415/.527 line with 21 home runs and 65 stolen bases across three minor-league levels in 2025.
  • He showed early spring power with a two-homer game but finished big-league camp with a .171/.261/.488 line over 16 games and a .705 OPS.