Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | TB | OF | 5 | 50 |
Grades Update: Aug 2021
| OFP | Role | Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 50 | 45 | 55 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Aug 2021 Report
Evaluator: Ian Smith
Age: 23 yr
Height: 6-4
Weight: 205 lbs
Hits/Throws: L/R
Acquired: 2016 Round 1
RuleV: On 40-Man Roster
Physical Description: Long, lanky and high waisted frame. High level athlete. Broad shoulders and long arms with room to muscle if needed. Slightly similar build to Christian Yelich.
Hit: Lowe will set up in the box in a wide, slightly open stance that's just a bit crouched. Keeps his hands just below the ear and tweaked his pre-load a bit, now keeping the bat just a bit off his shoulder. Uses a high leg trigger to start his swing and create quality hip to shoulder separation. Bat speed is above average at worst, and bat path creates a ton of natural loft. Swing has got significantly shorter and more direct in 2021 but can still get handsy through the zone. Will get beat frequently at velocity up in the zone and has had trouble picking up spin at times but will absolutely punish pitches early in the count. Uses the entire field in his approach and the quality of contact is there but the overall free swinging approach will keep leading to high K% and curb the overall ceiling. Grade: 45
Power: During BP, Lowe can simple power to all fields with the ability to flick balls over the fence pull side looks effortless. Creates a ton of loft in his swing path and will attack balls out front conducive to easy power. His ability to incorporate his lower half into his swing, especially with his long frame is impressive and it allows Lowe to even miss hit balls and put them over the fence. Will consistently notch exit velos north of 100 MPH, but the overall approach at the plate could hinder the overall power profile at the big league level. Grade: 55
Field: Lowe could have the best outfield range in the entire Rays system due to his foot speed and ability to cover ground quickly. Has shown the skill to attack balls moving in or towards the wall and has done so at all three outfield positions. Rarely puts himself in a bad position to make a play, and even then brings the athleticism and instincts to make up for it. Glove has the ability alone to carve out a big league role. Grade: 60
Arm: Lowe does a fantastic job of getting his frame behind his throws allowing for consistent carry and strength behind them. Can most nearly any throw you'd want from the outfield, and will stay accurate throughout the throw. Can get rushed on occasion, but overall arm talent is plus. Grade: 60
Run: Lowe uses his frame tremendously on the base pads. Sub 4.2 H-1st times on average, his ability to cover a ton of ground with his stride plus an added second gear is impressive. Can pad his extra base totals yearly with hustle doubles and potentially be a double digit stolen base threat. Grade: 60
Overall: Lowe has an extremely strong foundation to build a current big leaguer behind. Plus tools across the outfield with legitimate plus raw power are going to carry Lowe's profile for his entire career. We have seen a slight swing change in 2021 that has allowed Lowe to make more consistent contact without losing power, and that will be a key in reaching his full potential.
OFP: 50
Role: 50 - Average Everyday Regular
Risk: Moderate
