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COMMITMENT: Pittsburgh Pirates LOCK UP Konnor Griffin in Historic Deal, Face-of-Franchise Emerges
Episode 1161
Thursday, 9 April, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates lock in phenom Konnor Griffin with a record-breaking nine-year, $140 million contract, betting big on his future as the franchise face. Is this aggressive commitment the spark Pirates fans have been clamoring for — or a bold risk in MLB’s evolving landscape? Host Gary Morgan breaks down Griffin’s rapid ascent from ninth overall pick to shortstop cornerstone, comparing his deal to previous extensions for Bryan Reynolds and Mitch Keller. Key topics include the shift towards early core identification, implications for future stars like Paul Skenes, and the team’s strategic risk-taking. Morgan also critiques Don Kelly’s pitcher management and reviews Marcell Ozuna’s three-day reset — is it recovery, roster maneuvering, or a sign of deeper decisions ahead? Pirates' upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs looms large. Will these moves finally launch Pittsburgh into baseball’s elite conversation?Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. You can meet face-to-face with a real tax expert, and your documents get uploaded straight to your TurboTax app on the spot. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to find a store near you and book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
