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Brendan Lowe’s Exit Pits Pirates in October | Pittsburgh Pirates News

Published
September 18, 2026
Duration
1:40
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Last updated
Sep 20, 2026

Discusses baseball.

Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2026 postseason dreams are fading fast, despite a decent season under GM Ben Cherington — who’s seen his team post its most wins yet, but still can’t crack .500. The real headache? Star acquisition Brendan Lowe, hitting .261 with 31 homers and 89 RBIs, is in a contract year and almost certainly won’t re-sign. With no clear path to …

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The Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2026 postseason dreams are fading fast, despite a decent season under GM Ben Cherington — who’s seen his team post its most wins yet, but still can’t crack .500. The real headache? Star acquisition Brendan Lowe, hitting .261 with 31 homers and 89 RBIs, is in a contract year and almost certainly won’t re-sign. With no clear path to the playoffs and uncertainty around the 2027 season start, Lowe’s likely headed for free agency with a big payday — leaving Pirates fans heartb

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  • baseball