Overview

• Boston will cover only a prorated league-minimum salary, with Washington picking up the balance of Lowe’s $10.3 million contract after he went unclaimed on waivers.
• The 30-year-old left-handed hitter is expected to platoon at first base against right-handed pitching, likely reducing Abraham Toro’s role in the lineup.
• Lowe brings a Silver Slugger, a Gold Glove and 2023 World Series experience despite a down year (.216/.292/.373, 16 homers in 119 games) with the Nationals.
• To open roster spots, Boston placed Rob Refsnyder on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 15), recalled Nate Eaton and designated catcher Ali Sanchez for assignment.
• With one year of arbitration eligibility remaining, the club can assess Lowe’s performance down the stretch before deciding whether to tender him for 2026.