Top MLB prospect Connor Griffin ruins Ranger Suarez’s Red Sox debut

ByNBAUSA



The Pittsburgh Pirates we hope that their top hitting prospect Connor Griffin will have a bright future. It certainly seems that way. Griffin hit his first home run on Tuesday for the team in a spring training game against the Boston Red Sox.

Griffin went deep off the Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez. The Pirates prospect hit a two-run homer in the top of the second inning.

Not only is Griffin the team’s top prospect, but MLB Pipeline named him the best player in Major League Baseball. He has yet to record an at bat in an MLB game, but Pirates fans know he could be a very special player.

Griffin showed what makes him special hitting a second home run later in Tuesday’s game.

The Pirates are hoping for big things in 2026

Pittsburgh had a rough season in 2025. The club finished last in the National League Central with a record of 71-91. This is despite the fact that The Pirates have ace pitcher Paul Skenes.

The Pirates struggled with their offense, which was last in the MLB in several categories including home runs. Pittsburgh worked this offseason to add some pop to the lineup. The team made several moves, including a trade for infielder Brandon Lowe. The club also signed some free agents, including Ryan O’Hearn.

If he continues to hit like he did Tuesday, Griffin will likely get some at-bats this season with the Pirates. It could turn out to be a lot of plate appearances. He has impressed quite a few scouts and current MLB players.

“After being selected in the first round of the 2024 draft by the Pirates, the right-hander made it to the Minor Leagues. He rose from Single-A to High-A to Double-A in his first season and combined for 21 homers and 65 stolen bases while slashing .333/.415/.415/127 MLB.com.

The Pirates haven’t made the postseason since 2015. Pirates fans are hoping that Skenes, Griffin and some other young prospects can lead the team back to glory.





2026-02-24 19:32:00

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