Pirates Manager Takes Hard Stance On Konnor Griffin Demotion Rumors
Is Griffin in danger of being demoted due to his poor start? Don Kelly made his stance crystal clear.
Pirates Manager Takes Hard Stance On Konnor Griffin Demotion Rumors originally appeared on SportsNet Pittsburgh . Add SportsNet Pittsburgh as a Preferred Source by clicking here . Konnor Griffin's highly anticipated MLB career hasn't gotten off to a great start at the plate.
Through his first 16 games, the Pittsburgh Pirates rookie is batting just . 218/. 290/.
291 with no home runs, 18 strikeouts and 12 hits. With 0. 0 WAR, he's been the definition of replacement level.
Accordingly, some are wondering if the Pirates rushed the 19-year-old shortstop to the Major Leagues too quickly, especially given his lack of minor league experience. Is there a chance that Griffin could be benched or sent down soon if his disappointing start continues, similar to Hunter Barco ? Don Kelly doesn't think so.