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May 26, 2026
Batting leadoff versus lefty
Griffin will start at shortstop and bat leadoff in Tuesday's game against the Cubs.
Analysis
The right-handed-hitting Griffin has hit second a few times versus lefties, but this will be his first-ever start in the leadoff spot. Griffin enters play Tuesday in a mini slump, having picked up only one hit across his last four contests.
May 24, 2026
Idle for series finale
Griffin is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays.
Analysis
Griffin carried an eight-game hitting streak into the weekend, but after going 0-for-7 with a walk and three strikeouts through the first two games in Toronto, he'll be rested for the series finale. Jared Triolo will replace the star rookie at shortstop and bat ninth.
May 21, 2026
Racks up four hits, three runs
Griffin went 4-for-5 with three runs scored in Wednesday's 7-0 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis
All four hits were singles, and the Pirates' strong showing from the bottom of the order helped Griffin score multiple runs in a game for just the third time. This was his second four-hit effort of the month, and he's batting .343 (23-for-67) with seven extra-base hits and three stolen bases over 17 contests in May. Overall, the rookie shortstop is hitting .278 with a .738 OPS, three home runs, 20 RBI, 23 runs scored, seven doubles, two triples and 10 stolen bases through his first 43 MLB games.