Pittsburgh Pirates weigh potential contract extension for infielder Brandon Lowe

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Pittsburgh Pirates weigh potential contract extension for infielder Brandon Lowe
Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates face a pending decision regarding the future of infielder Brandon Lowe, who is in the final year of his current contract. Since arriving in a trade with the Tampa Rays and the Houston Astros last September, Lowe has become a primary offensive contributor for Pittsburgh. He currently leads the team with 28 home runs and 82 RBIs while maintaining a.251 batting average through the end of August 2026. Given that the 32-year-old played the current season on an $11.5 million deal, the club must determine if they will commit to a significant financial offer to retain him beyond the offseason. Fans are currently participating in surveys to weigh in on whether the organization should prioritize re-signing the infielder to keep him in the Pittsburgh lineup for future campaigns.

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  • Brandon Lowe leads the Pittsburgh Pirates in both home runs and RBIs.
  • The 32-year-old is in the final year of a contract that paid him $11.5 million this season.
  • Lowe joined the Pirates last September through a trade involving the Tampa Rays and Houston Astros.
  • The Pittsburgh front office must decide whether to offer a new long-term deal this offseason.
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  • 5:13 PMYahoo SportsVOTE: Do you think the Pirates re-sign Brandon Lowe this offseason?
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