Cora made good on that final promise on Monday night, as Lowe came in to pinch-hit in the ninth inning against Baltimore Orioles closer Yennier Cano. He drew a seven-pitch walk and scored on a Jarren Duran double, but Boston still lost 6-3.

Lowe, who joined the roster Monday after his deal became official, saw an opportunity with the Red Sox, who will use him as their primary first baseman against right-handed pitchers and at 68-57, hav...

The Red Sox have struggled to find a consistent option at first base this season, and Lowe could operate as the strong side option of a platoon with Romy Gonzalez at the position, handing the startin...