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Pittsburgh Pirates' Griffin Deal Shakes Up Baseball, Pressures Detroit Tigers
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The Pittsburgh Pirates have made a historic move by signing nineteen-year-old Konnor Griffin to a nine-year, one hundred forty million dollar extension, the biggest pre-debut deal in baseball history. This move sets a new market for young stars and puts pressure on the Detroit Tigers, who have their own phenom, Kevin McGonigle, a top prospect with an impressive hit tool and no weaknesses in his swing. McGonigles projected eight-year, one hundred thirty-six million dollar deal could be impacted by the looming labor dispute, which could drive up salaries and force the Tigers to act quickly to secure their young talent.
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