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Jake Mangum Takes Another Step in Pirates Career
- Mangum belts his first Pirates home run of 2026, ending a 98-at-bat drought in a 7-1 win over the Twins.
- The homer came on an 87.8 mph four-seam fastball, traveling 410 feet to right-center.
- Mangum is noted as not a power hitter, ranking near the bottom in exit velocity and hard-hit rate.
- Mangum previously homered only three times in 118 games for the Pirates this season's context.
- Mangum’s defensive versatility includes starts at all three outfield spots for the Pirates.
- Mangum also serves as a pinch-hitter and baserunning option when on base.
- Pirates see Mangum as a valuable role player despite uneven overall hitting this season.
- Mangum’s career path includes significant minor-league time and a prior rookie-season with the Rays.
- Mangum’s speed and baserunning have been highlighted as assets for late-game scenarios.
- The article positions Mangum alongside Oneil Cruz in terms of contrasting power profiles.
- Mangum’s latest homer ignited a Pirates rally that extended their lead to 7-1.
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