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Red Sox Finalize Deal to Add Nathaniel Lowe at First Base

With the Nationals covering most of his $10.3 million salary, Lowe could be activated immediately to strengthen the Red Sox’s first-base platoon

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MAY 30: Abraham Toro #29 and Trevor Story #10 of the Boston Red Sox react after a Red Sox challenge overturned the call on the field of Matt Olson #28 of the Atlanta Braves being thrown out at first base to end the seventh inning at Truist Park on May 30, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Overview

  • Boston is finalizing a contract with first baseman Nathaniel Lowe after he cleared waivers and flew to Boston for a physical scheduled Monday.
  • The 30-year-old left-handed hitter is expected to slot into a first-base platoon, taking starts against right-handed pitching while Romy Gonzalez remains against lefties.
  • Lowe slashed .216/.292/.373 with Washington in 2025 but arrives with Silver Slugger and Gold Glove honors, offering upside if he recaptures his Rangers form.
  • Under the prorated major-league-minimum deal, the Nationals will pay most of his $10.3 million salary, limiting Boston’s financial risk.
  • If Lowe passes his physical, he could be on the active roster as soon as Tuesday, prompting corresponding 40-man and bench moves.