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flag The Pirates left 20-year-old prospect Konnor Griffin off their 2026 Opening Day roster, opting to develop him in the minors despite his strong 2025 season.

flag The Pittsburgh Pirates have excluded 20-year-old top prospect Konnor Griffin from their Opening Day 2026 roster, sending him to minor league spring camp. flag Despite a standout 2025 season at Double-A, where he hit .337 with 21 home runs and 65 steals, Griffin struggled in Spring Training with a .184 batting average and 11 strikeouts in 43 plate appearances. flag The team is prioritizing his long-term development over an early MLB call-up, a strategy similar to their handling of Paul Skenes. flag While a contract extension could accelerate his promotion, the Pirates are focusing on nurturing their young talent amid a competitive roster.

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