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Brandon Lowe hits walk-off home run for Pirates against Tigers

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Brandon Lowe hits walk-off home run for Pirates against Tigers

Summary

Brandon Lowe hit a walk-off home run off Kenley Jansen in the ninth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers at PNC Park on August 20. This win comes as the Pirates prepare for a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Lowe, the team's leading hitter, has 27 home runs this season and may enter free agency after the World Series, raising questions about his future with the club.

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By the Numbers

•Lowe leads the Pirates with 27 home runs and 80 RBIs this season.
•The Pirates' victory improved their status as one of MLB's highest-scoring teams.
•Lowe may face free agency after the World Series, complicating his future with the Pirates.
•Pittsburgh prepares to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in their next series.

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