The former top prospect in baseball, Konnor Griffin, will be a Pirate for the foreseeable future after signing a 9-year, $140-million contract extension keeping him with the team through 2034.

The 19-year-old infielder laced an RBI double in his Major League debut against the Orioles on April 3rd. He was selected ninth overall in the 2024 MLB draft by the Pirates.

Throughout his career in the Minors, including Single A, Double A, and Triple-A, Griffin hit for a .336 average, 21 home runs, and 95 RBI.

The pirates lock in a key part of their organization’s future with this long-term contract extension.

Konnor Griffin Photo Courtesy of pittsburghbaseballnow.com

Said to MLB.com’s Jason Mackey:

“Signing Konnor is a meaningful commitment to this team, this city and our fans,” said Pirates chairman Bob Nutting. “It reflects our belief in Konnor, in this season’s club and in the future of our organization.”

-Matt Koper

Founder of Koper’s Korner