For fans around the league, when they see Brandon Lowe approaches the plate, it’s hard to believe the stats on the screen. An unopposing frame and playing for the seldom seen Tampa Bay Rays, this scrawny looking teenager can’t possibly be a key contributor for the team.
Then Lowe steps in the box and swings, makes contact, and sends the ball into the stands for yet another home run.
While fans may not recognize him, opposing pitchers have certainly began to fear seeing his name on the lineup card on any given night.
Here is where Lowe ranks in several offensive categories entering play on Friday:
- 2nd - SLG
- 7th - OBP
- 4th - AVG
- 6th - HR
- 1st - wRC+
- 1st - fWAR
We’re nearing the halfway point for this 60 game dash to the postseason, but it appears that Brandon Lowe is an early contender for the American League’s Most Valuable Player.