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Brandon Lowe Eyes 40 HRs, 100 RBIs for Pirates
3 Jul
Summary
- Brandon Lowe aims to end Pirates' 53-year 40-home run drought.
- Lowe previously hit 39 home runs in the 2021 season.
- He considers 100 RBIs a more significant team achievement than 40 homers.
Brandon Lowe, acquired by the Pirates in the offseason, is nearing a historic milestone for the team. No Pirates player has achieved 40 home runs in a single season since Willie Stargell in 1973. Lowe is currently on track to break this 53-year drought.
Lowe has personal experience flirting with this mark, having hit 39 home runs in 2021 with the Rays. He expressed a desire to surpass 40 homers, noting that his previous 39-homer season left him wanting more. Despite this personal ambition, Lowe prioritizes team success.
Reaching 100 RBIs, a milestone he also narrowly missed in 2021, is considered more valuable by Lowe than hitting 40 home runs. He views driving in 100 runs as a stat that more directly contributes to team victories.
Beyond his offensive potential, Lowe's strong performance this season also makes him a deserving candidate for the All-Star game. Although he wasn't a starter, he hopes to be recognized through the player vote.
