Oh, that’s right: The Pirates are already in last place, with a dismal 6-11 record. The team’s batting average through the first 10% of the season is a lifeless .199; the next-worst team at the plate ...

Lowe had been in the team’s initial lineup, but he was feeling a bit under the weather and ultimately removed. He could be available off the bench and isn’t expected to require any sort of long-term ...