Brandon Lowe's Go-Ahead Homer in the 8th Lifts the Pirates Past the Royals, 6-5
Lowe’s fourth homer in five games gave Pittsburgh its third straight win and pushed the club to a 78-77 record.
- Pending free agent Brandon Lowe confirmed he is willing to discuss a contract extension with the Pittsburgh Pirates, stating he is "all ears" if the team initiates talks.
- Lowe is completing a six-year, $24 million contract, having earned $11.5 million this season while hitting 33 home runs to help the Pirates navigate injury setbacks that hindered their postseason push.
- Pirates manager Don Kelly expressed hope for Lowe's return, noting "how he impacts those around him has been remarkable," while mutual interest appears to exist despite an MLB insider recently suggesting otherwise.
- Potential negotiations face uncertainty as the Collective Bargaining Agreement nears expiration, raising the prospect of another MLB lockout that could influence future contract discussions between Lowe and the team.
- Regardless of whether he plays one season or more, Lowe expressed appreciation for his time in the Steel City, saying "we've enjoyed it" with the organization.
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Pirates’ Brandon Lowe takes HR barrage into finale vs. Royals
The Pittsburgh Pirates will look to complete a three-game sweep of the visiting Kansas City Royals on Sunday afternoon behind Brandon Lowe, who has homered in four of his last five games. Lowe's two-run homer in the eighth inning on Saturday lifted Pittsburgh (78-77) to a 6-5 victory over Kansas City (67-88). The win was
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Brandon Lowe Open to Pirates Extension
Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Brandon Lowe says that he is open to an extension with the team after having an excellent season in Pittsburgh. The Pirates acquired Lowe from the Tampa Bay Rays this past offseason as part of a three-team trade with the Houston Astros, and Lowe has been terrific for Pittsburgh. He has hit […]
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