Pittsburgh Pirates top prospect Konnor Griffin made a memorable Major League Baseball debut on Friday, April 4, 2026, at PNC Park. The 19-year-old shortstop, called up earlier in the day, delivered an RBI double in his first career at-bat during the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles.
Griffin's hit drove in a run as part of a three-run inning for the Pirates. Pittsburgh's pitching staff held the Orioles' lineup in check for much of the game, with starter Paul Skenes earning the win after striking out eight over six innings of work.
The Orioles mounted a late rally, scoring two runs in the ninth inning, but Pirates closer David Bednar secured the final out to preserve a 5-3 victory for the home team. The win improved Pittsburgh's early season record.
