Brandon Lowe joins Honus Wagner in Pirates history

Lowe's five-RBI game marks the first time a Pirates player has accomplished the feat in back-to-back games since 1901.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:04pm

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Brandon Lowe, the Pittsburgh Pirates' newly acquired slugger, continued his hot start to the 2026 season with a five-RBI game against the Washington Nationals on Monday. Lowe's performance marked the first time a Pirates player has driven in five or more runs in consecutive games since the legendary Honus Wagner did it in 1901, cementing Lowe's place in franchise history.

Why it matters

Lowe's historic feat is a testament to his offensive prowess and the Pirates' potent lineup this season. As the team looks to return to the playoffs, Lowe's consistency and power at the plate will be crucial to their success.

The details

Lowe went 3-for-5 with a home run and two runs scored, raising his season average from .245 to .278. His five-RBI game followed a previous five-RBI performance, making him the first Pirates player since Wagner in 1901 to accomplish that feat in back-to-back games. Lowe's hot start to the season includes six home runs, 14 RBIs, and a .400 on-base percentage in just 14 games.

  • Lowe's five-RBI game came on Monday, April 14, 2026.
  • The last time a Pirates player had five or more RBIs in consecutive games was Honus Wagner in 1901.

The players

Brandon Lowe

A 31-year-old outfielder who the Pirates acquired in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays in December. Lowe is off to a hot start in 2026, cementing his place in Pirates history with his recent offensive exploits.

Honus Wagner

A legendary Pirates player who is considered one of the greatest shortstops in baseball history. Wagner is the last Pirates player to record five or more RBIs in consecutive games, a feat he accomplished in 1901.

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What they’re saying

“The best way to describe it is hitting is contagious... everyone is starting to see the rewards of everyone's work.”

— Brandon Lowe

What’s next

Lowe and the Pirates will look to continue their hot start as they take on the Nationals in the series finale on Wednesday.

The takeaway

Brandon Lowe's historic performance not only cements his place in Pirates lore, but also highlights the team's potent offense and their potential to make a deep playoff run in 2026. Lowe's consistency and power at the plate will be crucial to the Pirates' success this season.