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Despite a fairly impressive start to the 2025 season, where most teams would be ecstatic with a 10-4 start, the\u00a0Los Angeles Dodgers\u00a0are among the select MLB teams always looking to improve.<\/p>\n

Assuming\u00a0Tommy Edman\u00a0transitions to center field primarily due to Andy Pages struggling to start the season, the Dodgers would have a large hole at second base. They could call up Korean product Hyeseong Kim from Triple-A Oklahoma City, or make a blockbuster trade for a former All-Star.<\/p>\n

Bleacher Report\u00a0indicated a \u201cclear need\u201d for MLB teams before the trade deadline; for Los Angeles, it\u2019s a second baseman. If Edman is unable to play second base consistently, the position will be defensively void, and the plate production will be below-average.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In a recent trade pitch by Athlon Sports, the Dodgers would receive second baseman Brandon Lowe from the\u00a0Tampa Bay Rays\u00a0in return for pitching prospect River Ryan and prospect Kellon Lindsey.<\/p>\n

Lowe was an All-Star in 2019 and finished that season with 17 home runs and a .850 OPS. It’s a bit surprising he wasn’t also selected in 2021, which was clearly his best season as a pro, recording 39 home runs and 31 doubles.<\/p>\n

Lowe may be a bit out of his offensive prime, but he still posts quality offensive marks for a second baseman. In both 2023 and 2024, Lowe hit 21 home runs. He has played over 100 games every season and recorded 20+ long balls.<\/p>\n

This is a trade idea that would certainly clear up the Dodgers’ needs. Lowe is a free agent after 2025, so it serves as a short-term trade.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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