Konnor Griffin Gets the Call and Becomes Fantasy Baseball's Most Hyped Prospect
Fantasy baseball managers must pick up Konnor Griffin as soon as possible, if possible. The Pirates debut the MLB's top-ranked prospect on Friday, April 3.
Mar 1, 2026; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin (75) celebrates after hitting a two-run home run against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images The news is out in Pittsburgh - Konnor Griffin is making the big leagues.
We knew that Griffin, MLB's No. 1 rated prospect, would be coming up any day now. That day is now here.
Griffin will be set in the Pirates lineup for Friday's 4:12 PM start against the Baltimore Orioles. As for our own Fantasy Sports On SI analysis, we bring that fantasy baseball-based angle as to how high Griffin may be able to rise as a Rookie of the Year favorite. Fantasy Baseball Outlook The Pittsburgh Pirates are calling up Konnor Griffin, the No.
1 prospect in baseball, ahead of Friday's home opener. He'll start at shortstop. And if he remains with the team the rest of the season, they're eligible to receive a draft pick through the Prospect Promotion Incentive https://t.