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All across baseball, there are teams being watched closely to see how they go about the offseason. But one team in particular is being viewed as a big wild-card in terms of free agency and trade options.
This would be the San Francisco Giants, who have now missed the playoffs in consecutive years. The Giants have tried to be major players in free agency in the past few offseasons, but the team hasn’t been able to lock down any of the big-time players.
Now with former All-Star catcher Buster Posey as the new president of baseball operations, the Giants are hopeful that better seasons will be coming their way. San Francisco has the tools to be a powerhouse in the league, but the team needs to make some major moves this winter to make it happen.
However, nobody knows how aggressive these Giants will be in terms of adding to the roster. But one thing is for sure, this franchise can’t afford to keep wasting seasons; otherwise, they will fall even farther behind the other teams in the National League West.
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As the Giants brass searches for a way to improve the team, the idea of a trade seems to be more likely to upgrade the non-pitching area. San Francisco needs help across the infield, and adding a second baseman could be the way to go.
One name that could spark the interest of the Giants is veteran infielder Brandon Lower, currently with the Tampa Bay Rays. Lowe has been one of the more underrated players in the league for years, and he could fit this team very well.
Lowe has been subject to trade rumors this winter, and it does seem like Tampa Bay is gearing up to move him at some point. The infielder could help round out the Giants’ lineup, offering them a reliable player for a lower cost.
The veteran is on the final year of his contract, being scheduled to make $11.5 million for the upcoming season. This would give the Giants the option to see how he fits in with the team before making any long-term commitment to him.
In 134 games for the Rays this past season, Lowe hit .256 with 31 home runs and 83 runs batted in. His power would be a welcome addition to the Giants’ offensive attack, putting him in a lineup with Rafael Devers and Willy Adames, among others.
Lowe has proven to be a very efficient offensive force at his position over his career. And when he is healthy, he is a legitimate middle-of-the-order source of power and run production for any team.
With the Giants needing a boost in offense, Lowe could be the perfect trade candidate this offseason. This team needs to take another step forward in overall contention, and the front office may look to make some smaller moves like this.