Contender or Pretender? Konnor Griffin, Breakouts, and the 2026 Pirates

Tonight on The Point, we’re tackling three huge questions that could define the Pirates’ 2026 season. After all the offseason additions and with spring training rolling on, does this roster actually look like a playoff team? If you’re Ben Cherington, are you putting Konnor Griffin on the Opening Day roster? And every contender needs someone to take the leap, so which Pirate is most likely to deliver that breakout season in 2026?

Expect strong takes, real debate, and plenty of Pirates talk as we break down where this team stands and what could push them into contention.

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