Pirates predicted to sign beloved 21-homer infielder to $60 million contract extension

The Pittsburgh Pirates appear to be heading towards the 2026 MLB trade deadline as legitimate buyers as they pursue a postseason berth.But, looking beyond 2026, the Pirates have some work to do to keep this promising offense together for some time. One of the key moves will be regarding their beloved 21-homer infielder.Joel Reuter of Bleacher Report is predicting that this beloved second baseman will sign a three-year, $60 million deal to stick in Pittsburgh as a key part of the resurgent Pirates.Pirates predicted to sign Brandon Lowe to $60M deal"Pittsburgh Pirates: Brandon Lowe signs an extension in September," Reuter predicts. "... Something in the neighborhood of a three-year, $60 million deal might be a good landing spot for both team and player."The Pirates will need to make a decisi