Brandon Lowe Named Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 Roberto Clemente Award Nominee

Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe has been named the team's 2026 nominee for the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award, recognizing community impact and humanitarian work. Lowe continued his 'Home Runs for Hope' initiative with the Pirates, donating $100 per home run to the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and setting a single-season franchise record with 29 home runs by a second baseman. He was previously nominated for the honor by the Tampa Bay Rays in 2022.