Pirates' infielder Konnor Griffin thanks Pittsburgh for an 'unforgettable day'

Pirates' infielder Konnor Griffin thanks Pittsburgh for an 'unforgettable day' originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . Even though Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Konnor Griffin has played in three big league games, the hype surrounding him is real.

The 19-year-old collected a double and an RBI in his debut, but has gone 0-6 with a strikeout since April 3. More News: Dodgers' infielder 'expects' to be booed in return to Toronto Despite the lackluster performance since making his debut, Griffin will have the freedom to get as many at-bats with the Pirates, as he is their best option at shortstop at the moment. Third baseman/shortstop Jared Triolo recently hit the injured list with a right knee patellar tendon injury and hadn't performed well as the Pirates' Opening Day shortstop.

Triolo batted . 217 with a . 569 OPS and -53 defensive runs saved at shortstop in five games.

Konnor Griffin thanks the city of Pittsburgh and the Pirates fans for an unforgettable MLB debut In a post sent through his Instagram , Griffin thanked the entire city of Pittsburgh for an “unforgettable day,” and for all who supported him throughout his professional career. “An unforgettable day. All glory to God!