Inside MLB’s next generation: MLB rookies and breakout stars to watch in 2026
Konnor Griffin and Nolan McLean headline MLB's breakout players to watch ahead of Opening Day.

Konnor Griffin and Nolan McLean headline MLB's breakout players to watch ahead of Opening Day.

Spring training is supposed to be background noise—timed fastballs, pitch counts, and quiet tinkering far from the glare of October. However, every year, a few performances stand out and compel front offices to reconsider depth charts, timelines, and even ceilings. This spring, the early weeks in Florida and Arizona haven’t just produced fun box scores, […] The post 3 most shocking surprises of MLB spring training so far appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Konnor Griffin will not begin the 2026 season in the majors, as the Pittsburgh Pirates demoted their top prospect before Opening Day. Despite that, Griffin was able to sign a sponsorship deal with Under Armour. Reports indicate that Griffin, who turns 20 in April, is signing a multi-year contract with Under Armour, according to Bleacher […] The post Konnor Griffin doesn’t let demotion stop him from landing Under Armour deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Griffin is the consensus top prospect in baseball.

Whether it's Gunnar Henderson of the Orioles or Konnor Griffin of the Pirates, MLB stars are eager to sign contract extensions ahead of Opening Day. Or at least that's what the rumors suggest.

The contract reason Konnor Griffin isn't starting the season with the Pirates but in the minor leagues sportingnews.com

The Pittsburgh Pirates sending Konnor Griffin to Triple-A was the smart decision not only for the organization, but also for Griffin.

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a decision on Saturday that left a lot of their fans deeply disappointed. The Pirates demoted top prospect Konnor Griffin to minor league camp on Saturday, the team announced. That means he will not make the Opening Day roster. Griffin, a shortstop and center fielder, is regarded as the No. 1 … The post Fans are not happy with Pirates’ decision on top prospect Konnor Griffin appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Konnor Griffin and Kevin McGonigle headline a lengthy list of players involved in roster battles a week before Opening Day.
