As the Nationals continue to develop and evaluate their young talent, they designated one of their most veteran players for assignment. Washington DFA’d first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to make room for the return of outfielder Dylan Crews,

The Grand Slam yesterday was not enough for Nathaniel Lowe to keep his job as Mike DeBartolo pulled the plug on the 1B

The Washington Nationals designated first baseman Nathaniel Lowe for assignment on Thursday in the midst of his disappointing season. The move was made as Washington activated outfielder Dylan Crews (left oblique strain) from the 60-day injured list.