Just like expected, the Rangers plucked Ryan Garko off the free agent market, leaving Mike Lowell a member of the Boston Red Sox for the time being:
With Ryan Garko Off To Texas, Mike Lowell Sticking With Red Sox
Barring an unexpected development, Lowell will start the season as a reserve with the Red Sox.
“There hasn’t been much trade activity, if at all, with him this spring,” Theo Epstein said.
Lowell isn’t thrilled with the the thought of coming off the bench for the first time in his career. But Epstein tried to put a positive spin on the idea.
“He’s swinging the bat well of late, looking healthier every day and I anticipate him being an important bench guy for us,” he said. “No one wishes injury on anyone, but strange things happen in this game and it’s a good feeling to have him be able to step in if needed.”
Lowell is expected to see time off the bench to fill in at third base, first base and designated hitter. He will most likely also be the first hitter called off the bench for a late-game pinch hitting situation.
If Lowell proves he is capable and healthy, the Red Sox most likely could trade him at the July 31 trading deadline.
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