Konnor Griffin Year 1 Breakdown & Key AFL Storylines for the Pirates

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

Bucco Brew dives into the Arizona Fall League: Pirates assignments and how AFL reps could impact 2026 roles and Rule 5 decisions. Then we break down Konnor Griffin’s first full pro year—tools vs. production, month-to-month trends, plate discipline, contact quality, defense up the middle, base running value—and map a realistic 2026 timeline and position fit.