The simplest case for the Rays trading second baseman Brandon Lowe is this: He’s a year away from free agency, about to earn an expensive-for-them $11.5 million salary and drawing interest from teams in need of infield help and left-handed power.

On Friday, that included separate deals to send Shane Baz to the Orioles and Brandon Lowe to the Pirates. Let's take a look at the fallout for each of the principal players involved, starting with Lowe's move to Pittsburgh: With Lowe set to make $11.

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe is considered a top trade target, according to a new report. Lowe had a strong 2025 season.