De La Cruz gets last laugh on suspicious Nats (updated)
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
Whether it was a display of gamesmanship meant to rattle a talented rookie or genuine concern about the device Elly De La Cruz had wrapped around the knob of his bat, Davey Martinez and the Nationals’ actions in the top of the second this evening didn’t produce anything close to a desired result for the home team. Not only was De La Cruz ultimately
Cowser covers lots of firsts in Orioles' 6-3 victory (updated)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
NEW YORK – The towering fly ball to Colton Cowser tonight in the first inning drew a roar from the Yankee Stadium crowd but didn’t get close to the warning track in left field. Cowser camped under it and waited, a 44-degree launch angle providing time for fans to realize their mistake. Next came the first at-bat, with one out in the second inning.
O's game blog: Looking to pick up a win in the series against New York
Steve Melewski
Orioles
Whether it is a well pitched game or a game where the offense breaks out or some combination, the Orioles could use it tonight to pick up a much-needed win at Yankee Stadium. They entered this series at 49-33 and had gone 5-0-1 in their last six American League series, going 12-5 in those games. They were 3-3 this year against the Yankees. But afte
Cowser "feeling back to normal" after joining close friends in Orioles clubhouse
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
NEW YORK – Colton Cowser’s name was scratched from Triple-A Norfolk’s lineup last night in Durham about an hour before first pitch, unleashing a wave of rumors and jokes. Was he joining the Orioles in New York? Was he just slacking? Teammates had some fun with it. “They were giving me a hard time a little bit, saying I just wanted another day off,”
Call gets another shot in center field after Hill is DFA
Mark Zuckerman
Masn
The Nationals’ continued search for a productive center fielder while Victor Robles is on the injured list landed on a familiar face today: The club recalled Alex Call from Triple-A Rochester and designated struggling Derek Hill for assignment. Call rejoins the Nats only three weeks after he was demoted because of his own struggles, plus Robles’ in
Cowser in tonight's Orioles lineup
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
NEW YORK – Colton Cowser is making his major league debut tonight in left field and batting seventh. Austin Hays remains on the Orioles bench while recovering from a bruised left hip. He hit in the cage yesterday and is nearing a return. Gunnar Henderson is leading off and playing shortstop. Jordan Westburg is the third baseman. Ryan O’Hearn is in
Game 86 lineups: Nats vs. Reds
Mark Zuckerman
Nationals
The Nationals tonight look to bounce back from two uninspired losses to the Reds to begin this homestand, and they’ll have a new face patrolling center field. (Though he’s not actually new, he’s just back for the first time in a few weeks.) Alex Call has been recalled from Triple-A Rochester, with struggling Derek Hill designated for assignment aft
Nationals recall Call, Hill DFA
MASN Staff
Nationals
The Washington Nationals recalled outfielder Alex Call from Triple-A Rochester and designated outfielder Derek Hill for assignment on Wednesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Call, 28, hit .275 with three doubles, a home run, three RBI, seven walks, three stolen bases and five runs
Orioles select contracts of Cowser, Barzardo
MASN Staff
Orioles
The Orioles have made the following roster moves: Selected the contract of OF Colton Cowser from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 17 and his first appearance will be his Major League debut.Selected the contract of RHP Eduard Bazardo from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 67.Optioned OF Ryan McKenna to Triple-A Norfolk after yesterday’s game.Desi
Orioles select Cowser and Bazardo contracts, option McKenna (plus notes)
Roch Kubatko
Orioles
NEW YORK – Colton Cowser is on the Orioles’ active roster and expected to be in their lineup for tonight’s game against the Yankees. The first part is official. The club announced that it selected Cowser’s contract from Triple-A Norfolk. They also selected reliever Eduard Bazardo’s contract and optioned outfielder Ryan McKenna to the Tides after ye