The Pittsburgh Pirates reinstated rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin from the 10-day injured list prior to Friday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.
Griffin is playing shortstop and batting first against Reds left-hander Andrew Abbott. He has been sidelined with an injury to his throwing arm.
Griffin last played for the Pirates on May 30 before going on the IL with a right forearm strain. He played one rehab game at Double-A Altoona on Wednesday and went 2-for-2 with a homer, triple, walk, three RBIs and three runs.
Return to the Lineup
Griffin, 20, worked out with the Pirates on Thursday and underwent further medical tests before being cleared to play. During his recovery, he had a two-week period where he was shut down from throwing.
Pittsburgh manager Don Kelly said the club plans to manage Griffin’s return to prevent a reinjury to his throwing arm. The near future includes appearances at designated hitter and maybe off-days before he’s fully back as the everyday shortstop.
Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
