-The Tampa Bay Rays officially exercised infielder Brandon Lowe's $10.5 million option for the 2025 season, making it an easy decision for the team.
-At 30 years old, Lowe extends his tenure as the longest-serving player in Rays history, entering his eighth season with the team.
-Lowe expressed his desire to remain with the Rays, highlighting his comfort and happiness in the area with his family and the team staff.
-Rays baseball operations president Erik Neander praised Lowe for his contributions both on and off the field since his debut in 2018.
-Lowe's productivity at second base has been among the best in Major League Baseball, despite ongoing injury challenges.
-In the 2023 season, Lowe played 107 games, hitting .244 with 21 home runs and 58 RBIs, earning him the title of team MVP.
-He has battled through multiple injuries, including a significant oblique strain earlier in the season.
-Throughout his seven seasons, Lowe has played in 611 of 921 games, maintaining a career batting average of .245 with 126 home runs and an .812 OPS.
-Lowe ranks high in franchise history, sitting fourth in home runs and seventh in RBIs, with 441 starts at second base—second only to Ben Zobrist.
-Originally drafted in 2015, Lowe signed a six-year, $24 million contract with the Rays, which now includes a potential $11.5 million option for 2026.
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