Konnor Griffin’s stunning fantasy ranking should put Pirates on notice entering 2027

CBS Sports analyst Scott White ranked Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin fourth overall in his early 2027 fantasy baseball shortstop rankings. Griffin placed behind only Bobby Witt Jr., Elly De La Cruz, and C.J. Abrams, ranking ahead of established stars like Francisco Lindor and Gunnar Henderson. In his rookie campaign, the 20-year-old hit .272 with six home runs and 23 stolen bases across 80 injury-interrupted games.

Writer Emma Lingan argues that Griffin's high projection should compel the Pirates to aggressively invest in their roster rather than remain patient. Lingan notes that with Brandon Lowe heading to free agency, Pittsburgh must build a competitive lineup around Griffin and an emerging pitching staff led by Paul Skenes.