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Reds Add Nathaniel Lowe on Minor-League Deal With Spring Invite

The left-handed first baseman enters camp aiming to revive his bat against a right-leaning depth chart.

Overview

  • Lowe’s agreement is pending a physical in Goodyear, and the Reds have not formally announced the move, according to MLB.com.
  • In 2025 he played 153 games for the Nationals and Red Sox, hitting .228/.307/.381 with 18 home runs and 84 RBIs, including a .280 average and .790 OPS in 34 games with Boston.
  • He will compete for first-base and DH opportunities alongside Sal Stewart, Spencer Steer and Eugenio Suárez as a non-roster invitee.
  • The 30-year-old is a seven-year MLB veteran with a .264 career average who won a 2022 Silver Slugger and a 2023 AL Gold Glove with the Rangers’ title team.
  • Financial terms were not disclosed, and earning an Opening Day spot will depend on his performance in spring training.