New York Yankees Predicted to Sign $69M Star Slugger in Major Move

The New York Yankees are expected to pursue a major upgrade this offseason after being swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the NLDS. With Jazz Chisholm Jr. not expected back, attention has turned to adding another impact bat, potentially at second base. In a prediction for MLB Trade Rumors, Steve Adams said the Yankees could sign star second baseman Brandon Lowe to a three-year, $69 million contract in free agency. Lowe’s 2026 production with the Pittsburgh Pirates—35 home runs, 96 RBI and a .260 average in 150 games—follows a strong 2025 run with the Rays. A two-time All-Star, Lowe has topped 21 homers in five of nine MLB seasons.