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Brandon Lowe earns Gold Glove finalist status with Pittsburgh Pirates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 6:51 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Brandon Lowe earns Gold Glove finalist status with Pittsburgh Pirates

Summary

Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe has been named a Gold Glove finalist for the 2026 season. After a poor defensive performance in 2025, Lowe rebounded with a strong showing, posting +13 defensive runs saved and +15 outs above average this year. His defensive performance has been crucial, as the Pirates struggled overall defensively. He faces stiff competition from fellow National League finalists Brice Turang of the Milwaukee Brewers and JJ Wetherholt of the St. Louis Cardinals, both of whom posted impressive defensive metrics. The Gold Glove winner will be announced at the end of the postseason.

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By the Numbers

•Brandon Lowe hit 35 home runs in 2026, a Pirates record for second basemen.
•Lowe improved from -13 defensive runs saved in 2025 to +13 in 2026.
•Brice Turang leads in defensive runs saved with +23 among Gold Glove finalists.
•JJ Wetherholt also posts strong metrics, including +25 outs above average.
•Gold Glove winners will be announced after the postseason.

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When the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Brandon Lowe last offseason, they hoped he could add some thump to the lineup. He did exactly that, crushing 35 home runs, the most by a Pirates second baseman ever, with an .824 OPS and 121 wRC+. Overall, he was one of the game's best-hitting keystone players in 2026. However, …
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