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Griffin, Pirates agree on a 9-season, 140 million dollar deal
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Konnor and Pittsburgh agreed on a 9-year contract.

Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin and the Pittsburgh Pirates have reached an agreement about a 9-year extension, the organization revealed today. That way, the team is locking up the top prospect in baseball after only a few days after his MLB debut.

The contract is worth 140 million dollars, the largest guarantee in Pittsburgh history, as well as for any player in his debut campaign.

Konnor, who is still only 19 years old, was the 1st teenage position player to debut since Juan Soto 8 years ago, when he took over starting shortstop duties for Pittsburgh before their home opener. The deal buys out 3 potential seasons of free agency for Konnor, who is regarded as one of the best young players in the league.

“Inking Griffin is a meaningful commitment for the Pirates, Pittsburgh, and our supporters. It reflects the belief we have in him, in the current campaign’s roster, and in the future of the team,” the team chair Bob Nutting revealed. “Griffin has all the things that we look for in a player, and we believe he is the right person for the future of the organization.”