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September is arriving, and while the Pirates sit at 67-71, there are still plenty of reasons to pay attention over the final month.
Jim and DiNardo discuss what they want to see from the organization in September, which players deserve opportunities with expanded rosters, and what answers the Pirates still need on players like Hunter Barco, Thomas Harrington, Camilo Doval and Rafael Flores.
Plus, Konnor Griffin has begun his rehab assignment with Double-A Altoona and is eligible to return September 4. What should we expect when Griffin returns, how does he change this lineup, and why is getting him meaningful MLB playing time before the offseason so important?
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"Konnor Griffin Is Coming Back. What Can the Pirates Learn in September?" is an episode of North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast. Runtime 1 hr 5 min. Published August 31, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.