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Pirates' Griffin: Too Soon for MLB?
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The Pittsburgh Pirates top prospect, nineteen-year-old Konnor Griffin, is generating buzz with his impressive performance in spring training. Drafted ninth overall in 2024, Griffin dominated in his first minor league season and has already hit three home runs. However, the Pirates are urging caution, citing his lack of triple-A experience and the risk of a big league jump too early. Despite the excitement over his raw talent, the team remembers past busts and is likely to start Griffin in the minors. The last teenager to debut on opening day was Ken Griffey Junior in 1989, and the Pirates seem to be following a similar path of patience.
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