Veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe, 30, designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals earlier this month, and the Boston Red Sox are finalizing a deal, sources told ESPN, paving the way for him to join one of the strongest lineups in baseball.

Still, Lowe has hit 17 doubles, 16 homers and driven in 68 runs while walking at a decent rate. He's 30 years old and has previously won a Gold Glove and a Silver Slugger award. This is a big fella with a sweet left-handed swing who can also field his position.