Konnor Griffin & Seth Hernandez Changing Pittsburgh? Justin Horowitz Talks Amateur Scouting

From North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast North Shore Nine, Bleav

Pirates director of amateur scouting Justin Horowitz joins NS9 to unpack the 2025 draft class and the philosophy behind it—why the Pirates were convicted on Konnor Griffin, how Seth Hernandez slid to No. 6, and how PD/R&D shape every pick. We go inside the draft room on board prep, slot strategy, and final calls, plus what Angel Cervantes’ UCLA decision means for a protected 2026 pick. Stick around for sleeper names to watch and how the Pirates plan to develop them.