Nick Cafardo of The Boston Globe says that the Minnesota Twins could have interest in Boston Red Sox third baseman. Cafardo says the if the Red Sox are willing to pay most of Lowell’s $12 million salary, the Twins could be a “major suitor.”

Last week, Cafardo quoted one National League scout saying, “The Twins, Angels, and Cardinals [if they feel David Freese isn’t ready] could have a fit for him. The Giants, with Brian Sabean in the Yankee organization years ago when they signed him, could always use someone who can hit. The Mets could use him at first base. I’ve got to believe there’s a place for someone with Lowell’s right-handed power if Boston picks up the majority of the contract.’’

Lowell was originally going to be traded to the Texas Rangers, but was called off after doctors discovered the ligament tear in his thumb.  Lowell is in his last year of a three-year contract.  He’s expected to make $12 million.  Part of the deal with the Rangers was that the Red Sox were going to pick up $9 million of the $12 million salary. You can see Lowell’s contract history and statistics here.