Shaw was released by the Red Sox last April and didn't end up finding another opportunity. The 32-year-old first baseman split eight seasons in the majors between the Red Sox, Brewers and Blue Jays. He finishes with a .237/.319/.437 batting line with 310 runs scored, 113 home runs, 366 RBI and 20 stolen bases and across 733 big-league contests since 2015.

Shaw was released by the Red Sox way back in April and did not wind up signing with a new team, but the 32-year-old isn't ready to hang up his cleats just yet. He holds a career .237/.319/.437 batting line in 733 major league games.

The veteran first baseman was designated for assignment earlier in the week. He passed through waivers unclaimed, but instead of accepting an outright assignment to Triple-A Worcester, he elected to explore the open market. Shaw went hitless in 19 at-bats with seven strikeouts and no walks during his time with the Red Sox.

The Red Sox made the roster move official prior to Friday's series opener against the Orioles. Shaw went hitless in 19 at-bats with seven strikeouts and zero walks to open the 2022 campaign. He'll likely pass through waivers unclaimed and either accept an outright assignment to Triple-A Worcester or elect free agency.