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Lowe was ejected in the bottom of the fourth after a dispute over a called strike at PNC Park.
The dispute started when Lowe tapped his helmet on a called strike, signaling a challenge that the umpire did not permit.
Pirates manager Don Kelly argued as the situation unfolded, with crew chief John Baker also involved.
Lowe was ejected after screaming an obscenity and throwing his bat following the at-bat.
Tyler Callihan replaced Lowe at second base after the ejection in the same game.
The Pirates continued to describe Lowe as a key power hitter for their 2026 lineup.
Lowe has produced a strong slash line and OPS through 53 games in 2026.
Lowe’s 14 homers place him among the NL leaders in power production this season.
The piece notes Lowe’s role in improving Pittsburgh's offensive performance overall.
The article identifies the May 30 game as the incident that led to Lowe’s ejection.

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Lowe attempted an ABS challenge on a borderline pitch, but umpire Tosi did not allow it, changing the count.
Lowe’s frustration led Pirates manager Don Kelly to confront the umpire at the plate.
Lowe was ejected in the fourth inning, the first ejection of his nine-year MLB career.
Pittsburgh won the game 10-9 against the Minnesota Twins in Pittsburgh.
Lowe, 31, had posted a strong slash line this season prior to the incident.
Tyler Callihan started at second base after Lowe’s ejection.
First base coach Tarrik Brock and others had to restrain Lowe during the incident.
The game featured a high-scoring back-and-forth finish in Pittsburgh.
Public commentary from announcers highlighted the apparent overreaction to the ejection.
Lowe’s ejection marked a notable milestone in his MLB tenure with the Pirates.

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