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Pirates monitor Konnor Griffin's recovery amid playoff chase

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:15 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Pirates monitor Konnor Griffin's recovery amid playoff chase

Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates are assessing the recovery of infielder Konnor Griffin, who is on the injured list due to a torn left ring finger. Griffin has been progressing well and the team will re-evaluate his status around mid-August. Currently, the Pirates hold a 57-60 record and sit last in the NL Central, having struggled with a 2-8 record over their last 10 games. Griffin's potential return by September 4 could provide a significant boost to Pittsburgh's playoff aspirations, as he had been a standout performer prior to the injury, hitting.276 with five home runs in 59 games this season. For now, the focus remains on Griffin's recovery as the team contends for a wild-card spot.

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Status Watch

•Konnor Griffin recovering from a torn left ring finger.
•Pirates currently last in NL Central with a 57-60 record.
•Team has struggled recently with a 2-8 showing in last 10 games.
•Griffin is eligible to return from the IL on September 4.
•He has a.276 batting average with five home runs this season.

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The 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates has been one of ups and downs, with the team playing inconsistent baseball throughout.Pittsburgh got off to a nice start, and the team was looking like it could finally end the long playoff drought. Adding in the emergence of its young stars, the Pirates have started to look […] The post Pirates Get Big Konnor Griffin Injury Update Amid Playoff Chase appeared first on HEAVY.
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