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Konnor Griffin

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Mississippi’s Top Prospects Head to 2026 MLB Draft Combine

Three Mississippi high school baseball standouts have earned invites to the 2026 MLB Draft combine, joining the state’s highest‑ranked prospect Eric Booth Jr., who could make it three straight top‑10 picks from Mississippi.

Jun 17, 2026

2026 MLB Draft Preview: Shifts in Top Prospects and Team Strategies

The upcoming 2026 MLB Draft in Philadelphia will see notable changes in the early rankings, with Vahn Lackey emerging as a strong alternative to the once‑clear No. 1 pick Roch Cholowsky, while the Pittsburgh Pirates eye Jackson Flora with the fifth selection.

Jun 11, 2026

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Griffin Advances in Rehab, Bart and Devenski Close In on Returns

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin has been on the 10‑day injured list since May 31 after a low‑grade forearm strain, but the team’s medical staff says the setback is far from career‑threatening. Griffin has begun a light throwing regimen, incorporating plyometric drills and ground‑ball work, while the team has already cleared him to swing a bat. He now waits for final medical clearance to progress to a structured throwing program.

Jun 9, 2026

Braxton Ashcraft’s Breakout Season in the Majors

Braxton Ashcraft has quickly become one of the league’s most intriguing pitchers, blending a high‑velocity fastball with a sharp slider and a crossfire delivery that has left hitters like Ozzie Albies guessing.

Jun 9, 2026