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Brandon Lowe

WATCH: Brandon Lowe hits the first home run of the 2026 season

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Pittsburgh Pirates’ Brandon Lowe swings at a pitch on Opening Day.
Kim Klement Neitzel — IMAGN IMAGES

Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe hit the first home run of the 2026 season against the New York Mets to take a 2-0 lead. It is Lowe’s first homer with the Pirates.

Lowe hit a home run off Mets starter Freddy Peralta. Peralta was traded to the Mets from the Brewers back on January 21.

The home run is a positive start to the season for the Pirates. The team finished last in the MLB in 2025 with 117 home runs, 31 fewer than the 29th-ranked Cardinals. The team is hoping to make a turnaround this season, especially on the offensive side.

About the Author Published Mar 26, 2026

CAMERON JOYCE

Cameron Joyce is an NCAAF, NFL, NHL, and MLB beat writer for Ball Exclusives. Cameron also previously worked at The University of Alabama's newspaper, "The Crimson White," covering volleyball and baseball.

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