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Reds rumors: Why Sal Stewart won’t be seeing green like Konnor Griffin, Kevin McGonigle

After losing four straight games, the Cincinnati Reds have fallen out of first place in the NL Central division, down to third behind the St. Louis Cardinals. They were recently swept by the Pittsburgh Pirates and have lost the opening game against the Chicago Cubs in a best-of-four series. Cincinnati was hoping to start the […] The post Reds rumors: Why Sal Stewart won’t be seeing green like Konnor Griffin, Kevin McGonigle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How everything changed for Pirates’ Konnor Griffin after 20th birthday

Pittsburgh Pirates star rookie Konnor Griffin made his MLB debut on April 3 this season. There was no shortage of hype for Griffin as he joined the Pirates, but from April 3 through April 23 the shortstop hit just .182 with no home runs. On April 24, however, Griffin turned 20 years old and everything […] The post How everything changed for Pirates’ Konnor Griffin after 20th birthday appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Paul Skenes Actually Delivers on Bouncy House Gift for Konnor Griffin's 20th Birthday

Konnor Griffin joined Barry Bonds as the only members of the Pittsburgh Pirates to have ever recorded two hits, including a home run, along with a stolen base on their birthday, but the big moment for the 20-year-old rookie only got better from there thanks to the absurd presence of a "bouncy ...

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Pirates’ Konnor Griffin already has himself on a wild Mount Rushmore

When you look at the payday for Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin, it’s no surprise the predictions are bold in 2026. And Griffin took it one step further, putting himself on a wild Mount Rushmore, according to a post on X by Talkin’ Baseball. “Konnor Griffin’s Mount Rushmore of shortstops he watched: Derek Jeter Bobby […] The post Pirates’ Konnor Griffin already has himself on a wild Mount Rushmore appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The unique MLB record Cardinals’ JJ Wetherholt is close to tying

While St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol tries to deal with his team’s ugly mistakes, JJ Wetherholt keeps on getting hit. That’s “hit” and not “hits.” Wetherholt is close to tying a unique MLB record, according to a post on X by Codify. “J Wetherholt has been hit with a pitch in each of the […] The post The unique MLB record Cardinals’ JJ Wetherholt is close to tying appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Will Cardinals’ top prospect land contract extension after Konnor Griffin, Kevin McGonigle deals?

While all of the attention has been on Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin and Detroit Tigers prospect Kevin McGonigle for receiving huge contract extensions, St. Louis Cardinals’ top prospect, JJ Wetherholt, is making some noise of his own. On Wednesday, one baseball analyst floated the idea that Wetherholt could be in line to be the […] The post Will Cardinals’ top prospect land contract extension after Konnor Griffin, Kevin McGonigle deals? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tigers, MLB’s No. 2 overall prospect Kevin McGonigle agree to $150 million contract extension

MLB’s No. 2 overall prospect Kevin McGonigle — a 21-year-old infielder– and the Detroit Tigers are reportedly in agreement on an eight-year, $150 million contract extension, according to Bob Nightengale of USA TODAY. McGonigle trails only Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin in MLB’s top prospect rankings. The Tigers’ shortstop/third baseman is hitting .311/.417/.492 across the […] The post Tigers, MLB’s No. 2 overall prospect Kevin McGonigle agree to $150 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates post monstrous 10-run inning vs. Nationals

The Pittsburgh Pirates laid the lumber on the Washington Nationals on Monday with an inning for the ages. The Pirates had Paul Skenes on the mound, who historically hasn’t gotten a lot of run support throughout his young career. That wasn’t the case against the Nationals in front of a raucous home crowd at PNC … The post Pirates post monstrous 10-run inning vs. Nationals appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Onyx Vintage Baseball April 10: Japanese-Inspired Parallels & International Rookie Rare Hunts

Onyx Vintage Baseball hits shelves tomorrow, on April 10, and collectors feel the excitement building. The Onyx Vintage Baseball 2026 release blends Japanese-inspired design elements with a loaded international rookie class. It creates one of the strongest rookie chase opportunities this spring. ...

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Paul Skenes has ominous comments after Konnor Griffin’s extension

Paul Skenes had a very interesting choice of words this week. The Pittsburgh Pirates officially agreed on Wednesday to a monster extension with shortstop phenom Konnor Griffin. The 19-year-old Griffin is getting a new nine-year deal from the Pirates for an immense sum of money that marks the largest contract in Pittsburgh franchise history (read … The post Paul Skenes has ominous comments after Konnor Griffin’s extension appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pirates’ Konnor Griffin makes World Series desire clear after $150 million contract extension

The Pittsburgh Pirates have secured the future of their franchise, as they signed Konnor Griffin to a nine-year contract extension worth $140 million with the potential to reach $150 million. There are a lot of reasons to be excited about Griffin, and he’s excited to go to work for the team for the next nine […] The post Pirates’ Konnor Griffin makes World Series desire clear after $150 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Paul Skenes drops face of the team claim on Konnor Griffin after contract extension

19-year-old shortstop Konnor Griffin, made MLB history after signing a nine-year, $140 million contract extension with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Upon signing that deal, Paul Skenes boldly claimed that Griffin is, and will be, the face of the franchise for a long duration of time. While talking with media members on Wednesday, Skenes had nothing but […] The post Paul Skenes drops face of the team claim on Konnor Griffin after contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Konnor Griffin’s historic 9-year Pirates contract has potential to be up to $150 million

The Pittsburgh Pirates have committed to one of the most aggressive long-term deals in franchise history, signing Konnor Griffin to a nine-year contract extension Tuesday, reportedly worth $140 million with the potential to reach $150 million. The agreement, reported by MLB insider Jon Heyman, represents the largest deal ever given by the organization. The 19-year-old […] The post Konnor Griffin’s historic 9-year Pirates contract has potential to be up to $150 million appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates lock up Konnor Griffin with a historic contract extension

The Pittsburgh Pirates will be the home of shortstop Konnor Griffin for a long time.  The National League Central Division club announced on Sunday that it has agreed to a 9-year, $140 million contract extension with Griffin, via Jason Mackey of MLB.com. The massive contract now represents the largest deal in the franchise’s history. The … The post Pirates lock up Konnor Griffin with a historic contract extension appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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