The Pittsburgh Pirates recently acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe from the Tampa Bay Rays in a three-team trade, which also included outfielder Jake Mangum and relief pitcher Mason Montgomery. This move follows their unsuccessful attempt to sign free agent Kyle Schwarber and marks a rare offseason success for the Pirates, who aim to improve their roster for 2026. Despite boasting a strong pitching staff led by Cy Young winner Paul Skenes, the team struggled offensively, winning only 76 games last season. The addition of Lowe signals the Pirates’ intent to enhance their competitiveness, especially as they face the prospect of trading Skenes in the future.
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