Pirates select prep star Konnor Griffin 9th overall

With the ninth pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates selected Konnor Griffin, a shortstop/outfielder from Jackson Preparatory School in Mississippi.

Griffin is the first high schooler taken in the draft. His time at Jackson Prep included state titles in every one of his years at the campus, extending the school's championship streak to seven straight seasons.

Bio

Age: 18
Position: SS/OF
Height/Weight: 6-4, 215 lbs
Bats/Throws: R/R
School: Jackson Prep
NCAA commit: Louisiana State
Pick value (9th): $$6,216,600

Tools

• Five-tool potential
• 65-grade run tool
• Best tool: Arm

Why fans will love this player

• 2024 Gatorade High School Player of the Year
• Electric player at plate, in field, on bases
• Can also hit 96 mph on the mound

Things he'll need to overcome

• Timing issues at plate
• On-base skills need work
• Looked average at recent showcases

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