Griffin Sent to Triple-A, Pirates Ready for Season

0:00It's March 23rd, from first pitch to the final out. This is MLB News Today, powered by AI, I'm Corey with the story. Spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates is wrapping up, with roster spots locked in and teams heading north. The big story is 19-year-old Top Prospect Connor Griffin, who dazzled everyone but got sent to AAA Indianapolis instead of breaking camp. With the big club, Griffin flashed elite defense, blazing speed, and real power during camp, blending right in with the veterans like he belonged. Earlier this week, the front office decided he needs more time to develop fully, before a full-time Major League jump. General manager Ben Charrington stressed that Griffin is a cornerstone piece they want to nurture carefully for a long career. Meanwhile, the Pirates feel good about protecting his growth, while keeping him on a fast track. Offseason pickups like Brandon Lowe, Marcelo Zuna, and Ryan O'Hern have added serious depth to the lineup, leading to tougher at-bats and fewer, quickouts. The bullpen looks sharper, too, with lefty Gregory Soto's swing and misstuff, Mason Montgomery's

1:04unique delivery and Jose Erkwoody's experience, anchoring things. Strong farm talent beyond Griffin, including prospects like Seth Hernandez, showed they can step up anytime. This depth positions the Pirates solidly for grind it out, 162 game season.