Cleveland Guardians acquire Nathaniel Lowe from Cincinnati Reds
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 10:06 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Cleveland Guardians acquired first baseman Nathaniel Lowe in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds shortly before the MLB trade deadline on August 3, 2026. Lowe is hitting.266 with 12 home runs and 37 RBIs this season. Known for his on-base ability, he adds depth to Cleveland's lineup, which has been seeking consistency at first base. The trade aligns with the Guardians' efforts to improve their roster as they compete in the American League. Details of the trade return to Cincinnati have not been disclosed.
- •Cleveland trades for Nathaniel Lowe on August 3, 2026.
- •Lowe has a.266 batting average and.820 OPS this season.
- •Guardians also acquired pitcher Foster Griffin on the same day.
- •Cincinnati traded Lowe due to his impending free agency.
- •Lowe has experience at both first base and designated hitter.
- 10:06 PMYahoo Sports — Nathaniel Lowe traded to Guardians. What does Lowe add to Cleveland?
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Reds trade Nathaniel Lowe to Cleveland Guardians
- 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Guardians acquire Nathaniel Lowe from Reds in latest MLB trade deadline splash
"Cleveland continued its aggressive deadline by acquiring veteran slugger Nathaniel Lowe from Cincinnati shortly after landing All-Star pitcher Foster Griffin.
"Cleveland Guardians' busy trade deadline includes deal for Nathaniel Lowe from the Cincinnati Reds. Here's a breakdown of Lowe's game and stats.
"Cincinnati’s front office finally made a move!
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 10:06 PMNathaniel Lowe traded to Guardians. What does Lowe add to Cleveland?
Cleveland Guardians' busy trade deadline includes deal for Nathaniel Lowe from the Cincinnati Reds. Here's a breakdown of Lowe's game and stats.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 10:04 PMCincinnati Reds trade Nathaniel Lowe to Cleveland Guardians
Cincinnati’s front office finally made a move!
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 10:01 PMGuardians acquire Nathaniel Lowe from Reds in latest MLB trade deadline splash
Cleveland continued its aggressive deadline by acquiring veteran slugger Nathaniel Lowe from Cincinnati shortly after landing All-Star pitcher Foster Griffin.
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