The Pirates are set to land a much-needed upgrade in its lineup, as Pittsburgh is on the verge of acquiring All-Star second baseman Brandon Lowe in a three-team trade involving the Rays and Astros, according to multiple reports. Ken Rosenthal and Chandler Rome of The Athletic were first to report that the trade was in the works.
In addition to Lowe, outfielder Jake Mangum and pitcher Mason Montgomery are headed to Pittsburgh. The Astros are acquiring pitcher Mike Burrows and in exchange, are sending outfielder Jacob Melton (No. 2 prospect) and pitcher Anderson Brito (No. 7 prospect) to the Rays.
