Reds Sign Veteran 1B Nathaniel Lowe to Minor League Deal

Lowe invited to Reds' big-league spring training camp

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Cincinnati Reds have signed veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league contract, the team announced on Saturday. The 30-year-old Lowe will be invited to the Reds' major league spring training camp.

Why it matters

Lowe has major league experience and could provide depth at first base for the Reds, who are looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 season. The Reds are hoping Lowe can compete for a roster spot and potentially contribute at the MLB level.

The details

Lowe split time between the major and minor leagues in 2025, playing for both the Texas Rangers and their Triple-A affiliate. He has a career .258 batting average with 35 home runs and 123 RBIs in 338 MLB games over five seasons.

  • The Reds announced the signing on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Nathaniel Lowe

A 30-year-old veteran first baseman who has played in the major leagues for the past five seasons.

Cincinnati Reds

A professional baseball team that competes in the National League of Major League Baseball.

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What’s next

Lowe will compete for a roster spot on the Reds' major league team during spring training.

The takeaway

The Reds are looking to add depth and experience at first base by signing Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league deal, giving him a chance to earn a spot on the major league roster in 2026.