The Cincinnati Reds need more adults in the room at the plate — hitters who understand that “role” isn’t an insult, it’s leverage. That’s what makes Nathaniel Lowe’s early spring comments feel like a mindset that can change how the Reds score runs, especially when the lineup starts to wobble the first time a few guys hit their first cold streak.
Lowe isn’t coming to camp pretending he’s above the puzzle. He’s leaning into it.
“I’m excited for a new challenge,” Lowe said. “I’m not trying to slight anyone, but I’m trying to get in there and help the team win.