Nathaniel Lowe

Nathaniel Lowe went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in a 4-3 loss to the Mariners on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Lowe, who was activated off the injured list on Saturday, hit his first homer of the season off of Luis Castillo in the first inning. Overall, he has five hits across 17 at-bats thus far.

The Rangers have activated Nathaniel Lowe (oblique) from the IL.

Fantasy Impact

Lowe is now set to make his season debut after missing time with a right oblique strain. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable adding him back into their lineups as he returns to an everyday role with the Rangers.

Nathaniel Lowe (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Lowe has yet to play this season due to a strained right oblique. The veteran has performed baseball activities recently and is now cleared to begin a rehab assignment. Fantasy managers should expect Lowe to need multiple games to get his feet under hum before returning to the Rangers’ lineup.

Nathaniel Lowe took live batting practice and ran the bases Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Lowe stated he was feeling "great" after participating in these drills. The 28-year-old does not yet have a timeline for return, but he is a viable 1B for fantasy managers, especially in deeper leagues.

Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said Nathaniel Lowe has an oblique strain.

Fantasy Impact

Bochy said Lowe will be out for a "little bit." With just a few weeks away till Opening Day, Lowe will have to work his way back quickly to be ready for Opening Day, but the Rangers likely won't rush him back.