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‘It’s Been Driving Me Nuts’: Pirates Rookie Konnor Griffin Could Return vs. Angels
On Friday, Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin hopes to return from the 60-day injured list as the team opens a three-game home series against the Los Angeles Angels.
Griffin has been sidelined since early July with a left ring finger knuckle injury, wearing a splint for six weeks before completing rehab assignments at Double-A Altoona and Triple-A Indianapolis.
The 20-year-old signed a nine-year, $140 million contract in April and was batting.276 with five home runs, 25 RBIs, and 20 stolen bases in 59 games before his latest injury.
Pittsburgh has struggled in the National League playoff race during his absence, entering Thursday's game against San Francisco 5 1/2 games back of the final wild card spot.
Feeling pain-free after grip strength testing, Griffin told reporters Thursday, "It's been driving me nuts watching the games on my phone," expressing eagerness to compete again.