Apr 3, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin (6) high-fives in the dugout after scoring his first major league run in his debut against the Baltimore Orioles during the second inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Pirates Sign Konnor Griffin to Massive Contract Extension

Originally posted on Pittsburgh Pirates on SI
By Dominic Campbell | Last updated Apr 8, 2026 8:10 AM ET

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made sure that they didn't leave their first homestand without keeping their best young talent for the long-term.

The Pirates announced that they have signed shortstop Konnor Griffin to a nine-year contract, keeping him with the franchise through the 2034 season.

Buster Olney of ESPN previously reported the deal as nine years, $134 million back when the Pirates called Griffin up on April 2, which is the largest contract in franchise history, eclipsing the one Bryan Reynolds signed, eight years and $106.75 million, back on April 25, 2023.

Griffin made his MLB debut for the Pirates on April 3 and has started the past five games at shortstop, where he will feature for the team at for close to the next decade.

The nine-year deal will keep him with the Pirates through the time that he is 28 years old, which could give him another shot at another mega deal, if he lives up to potential.

Pittsburgh now has their young star through three years of free agency and gives themselves a leader for the next generation.

This article first appeared on Pittsburgh Pirates on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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