The Boston Red Sox recently acquired Nathaniel Lowe off of waivers and he has been a smash hit for them, bringing power hitting to first base. However, this meant they needed to designate Abraham Toro for assignment, the man holding it down previously.

On Monday, Lowe signed a prorated league minimum contract with the Red Sox for the remainder of the season. The deal presents only upside for Boston, with the team hopeful he can produce more in line with his career numbers and fill a need as a lefthanded platoon bat.