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The Pirates dropped a frustrating one to the Nationals, but the biggest talking point wasn’t just Mitch Keller’s rough start. It was the late-game decision to pinch hit for Brandon Lowe, who has been one of Pittsburgh’s hottest bats and already homered earlier in the game.
In this episode of OffBeat, Alex Stumpf breaks down why that moment stood out, what Lowe has already meant to the Pirates lineup, and how his presence is impacting hitters like Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds. He also explains why Nick Yorke is not the real target of the criticism, even if the move didn’t work out.
This is a smart breakdown of lineup trust, matchup decisions, and what “earning respect” should really look like for this Pirates team.
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