Pirates Finalize Infield Lineup, Triolo at Shortstop

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have finalized their infield lineup for opening day.

Manager Don Kelly plans to star-jare triolo at shortstop for most games.

Nick Gonzales and Nick York will share time at third base with some flexibility to switch

positions.

Kelly preys Triollo's strong play at shortstop from last season and his ability to handle

any infield spot.

He noted that Gonzales could slide over to shortstop when both he and Yorker and the lineup

together at third.

Fans and analysts are discussing the shift from earlier plans where Triollo was expected

at third base due to his experience there.

Both Gonzales and York have limited prior starts at the position but showed promise with

extra work during the off season and spring training.

Triollo stands out as the team's best defender, fresh off a goal-global award in 2024 and

a finalist spot in 2025 as a utility player.

This setup prioritizes his skills at shortstop for now.

Looking ahead, top prospect Conor Griffin should claim the shortstop role later this season,

shifting Triollo back to third base and rounding out a solid left side rotation.