The Boston Red Sox have signed first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to a one-year contract. The move comes two days after Lowe was released by the Washington Nationals. To make room for him on the roster,

Boston also recalled outfielder/infielder Nate Eaton from Triple-A Worcester, placed outfielder Rob Refsnyder (left oblique strain) on the 10-day IL and designated catcher Ali Sánchez for assignment. Sánchez spent six games on the active roster as a third catcher, recording just one plate appearance.