Lowe signed with Boston after a Washington exit and was the everyday first baseman before heading to the paternity list; he’s posted a .296 average with a homer and seven RBIs in nine games since joining, signaling immediate offensive value once back.

Lowe was designated for assignment by Washington after a season of mixed results, but his 16 homers, 17 doubles and 68 RBIs with Gold Glove defense signal upside if he unlocks his best version in Boston. The move places him in a lineup short on stable 1B options and gives him a path to regular at‐bats against right‐handed pitching as the Red Sox chase a playoff berth.

Lowe was dealt to Texas in the Garcia swap but was DFA’d by the Nationals and released shortly after. His rapid market movement underscores the volatile nature of veteran first basemen and the long-term value for Texas if Lowe returns to form or is re-acquired.

Lowe was designated for assignment by Washington to clear room for Dylan Crews after his 60-day IL return. He posted a disappointing .216/.292/.373 with a -0.7 WAR, and his defensive metrics at first base declined. Texas had moved Lowe earlier to shed salary, trading him for pitching depth and reallocating funds toward Pederson, creating a protracted, multi-team narrative woven into their playoff push.

Lowe's hit became pivotal in the game, contributing to the Nationals' scoring and demonstrating his ability to capitalize on defensive misalignments.