COLTON COWSER NEWS

Takes seat Sunday Cowser is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees.

Impact Though Cowser's path to playing time in the outfield opened up a bit with Aaron Hicks (hamstring) recently joining Cedric Mullins (groin) on the injured list, the rookie still finds himself on the bench for the second time in five games. Cowser is hitting just .106 in 47 at-bats since getting called up from Triple-A Norfolk on July 5 and could be at risk of a demotion as soon as one of the two injured outfielders is activated.

JULY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits against lefty Cowser is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies.

Impact With Aaron Hicks (hamstring) joining Cedric Mullins (groin) on the injured list Tuesday, Cowser should have a clear path to primary starting duties in center field, though he may be occupying the strong side of a platoon at the position with Ryan McKenna. The lefty-hitting Cowser will retreat to the bench in favor or McKenna in the series finale with southpaw Ranger Suarez on the hill for the Phillies.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 26, 2023

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JULY 25, 2023 • BALTIMORESUN.COM

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JULY 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On bench versus lefty Cowser is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Phillies.

Impact Cowser had started in three of the Orioles' last four games, but the lefty-hitting outfielder will hit the bench Monday while southpaw Cristopher Sanchez takes the hill for Philadelphia. Considering that Cowser is batting just .111 through his first 36 at-bats in the big leagues, his opportunities to play against right-handed pitching could soon take a hit as well if he's unable to turn things around in the near future.

JULY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench versus lefty Cowser is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Dodgers, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Cowser had started each of the last three games at a different outfield spot and went 0-for-8 with three walks and two runs, bringing his batting average down to .111 since he was called up from Triple-A Norfolk on July 5. The lefty-hitting Cowser will retreat to the bench Wednesday while the Dodgers bring southpaw Julio Urias to the hill, and until he begins to heat up at the plate, Cowser could find himself in more of a part-time role in the Baltimore outfield. Cowser did at least see his playing-time outlook improve Wednesday with Cedric Mullins (groin) landing on the injured list, though Aaron Hicks may be first in line to replace Mullins in the everyday lineup.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on bench Cowser will sit Saturday against the Marlins, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Cowser started four consecutive games after getting called up for his MLB debut on July 5, but he's since sat for three straight contests. This particular off day comes against a lefty (Braxton Garrett), so it's no surprise to see Cowser head to the bench, though the previous two came against right-handers. Aaron Hicks will get another start in right field.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from lineup Cowser is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Marlins, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Cowser started the first four games after his promotion but has now been on the bench for two straight contests after sitting out the final game before the break. Aaron Hicks will play right field and Anthony Santander will be the designated hitter.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Sunday Cowser is out of the lineup for Sunday's game at Minnesota, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Cowser started all four games since receiving his first big-league callup Wednesday, and he'll hit the bench Sunday after going 4-for-13 with four walks, two RBI and four runs in his first 18 plate appearances. Austin Hays, Cedric Mullins and Anthony Santander will start across the outfield while Aaron Hicks serves as the designated hitter.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 7, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Gets aboard twice in debut Cowser went 1-for-3 with a walk, one RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Yankees.

Impact Cowser sparked the Orioles' sixth-inning rally with an RBI single and scored on a Jordan Westburg triple. That makes it a successful debut for Cowser, who has a short-term path to playing time while Austin Hays (hip) is out. Where Cowser fits in the long term is to be determined, though he can play all over the outfield and will likely get plenty of chances to do so if he can force the issue with his bat.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Orioles promote outfield prospect Colton Cowser to major leagues

Baltimore continues to churn out top prospects, promoting outfielder Colton Cowser, the No. 5 pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, on Wednesday.

JULY 5, 2023

In LF, batting seventh in MLB debut Cowser is starting in left field and batting seventh versus the Yankees on Wednesday in his major-league debut, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Cowser could wind up bouncing all over the outfield for the Orioles, but he'll play left field in his debut with Austin Hays (hip) still banged up. The rookie earned a promotion after putting together a sparkling .330/.459/.537 batting line with 10 homers and 40 RBI through 257 plate appearances with Triple-A Norfolk.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Promotion made official The Orioles selected Cowser's contract from Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.

Impact Reports of Cowser's impending arrival came out Tuesday and the young outfielder has now officially been added to the big-league roster. He earned the call-up after putting up a .330/.459/.537 with 10 homers and 40 RBI through 257 plate appearances with Norfolk. Cowser is capable of playing all three outfield spots and should see regular starts -- at least against right-handers -- between the outfield and perhaps some at designated hitter.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

To be promoted Wednesday The Orioles will call up Cowser from Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.

Impact After slashing an impressive .330/.459/.537 with 10 homers and 40 RBI through 257 plate appearances, Cowser will crack the big leagues for the first time in his career. Baltimore already has a plethora of talent in its outfield, so there's no clear path to regular playing time for the 23-year-old prospect, but the Orioles will likely try to work Cowser into the lineup on a somewhat-consistent basis.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action Saturday Cowser (quadriceps) was activated from the injured list and went 2-for-3 with two RBI in Triple-A Norfolk's game versus Gwinnett on Saturday.

Impact Cowser missed a little over two weeks with quad discomfort. The outfielder picked up right where he left off, and if he can keep it going, he could get the call to Baltimore at some point this summer.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely back soon at Triple-A Orioles general manager Mike Elias said Friday that Cowser (quad) should be back with Triple-A Norfolk fairly soon, Dan Connolly of The Athletic reports.

Impact Cowser was placed on the Triple-A injured list last weekend due to lingering quad discomfort, but Elias called it a "days not weeks" type of issue. The 23-year-old top outfield prospect has delivered a robust .331/.469/.554 batting line with seven homers and five steals through 37 games this season for Norfolk.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on minor-league IL Cowser (quadriceps) was placed on the 7-day injured list Saturday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.

Impact Cowser has been dealing with some quadriceps discomfort and he will now be unavailable for at least another week. The 2021 first round pick has been red-hot this season, batting .331 with seven homers, 28 RBI, 43 runs and five stolen bases over 139 at-bats in 37 games with Triple-A Norfolk. Once healthy, Cowser has a realistic shot at making his MLB debut at some point this summer.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with quad tightness Cowser missed Triple-A Norfolk's game Wednesday with left quadriceps tightness, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Cowser is considered day-to-day, but the Orioles will likely take a cautious approach with one of their top prospects. He has crushed Triple-A pitching to the tune of a .331/.469/.554 slash line with seven home runs, 28 RBI, 43 runs scored and five stolen bases in 37 contests. If the injury is just minor, he could be back by the weekend.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing at Triple-A Cowser is slashing .289/.407/.474 with three home runs, two steals, a 24.2 percent strikeout rate and a 15.4 percent walk rate through 91 plate appearances for Triple-A Norfolk.

Impact The 23-year-old center fielder has been excellent in a return trip to the International League. He has been 31 percent better than league average and his .407 OBP is the 12th best mark in the league among hitters under 25 years old. Cedric Mullins and Austin Hays have earned their big-league playing time in the early going, but Anthony Santander (-0.2 fWAR), Terrin Vavra (-0.1 fWAR) and Ryan McKenna (-0.1 fWAR) have struggled out of the gate. Even if the Orioles look to Triple-A for an upgrade in the outfield, Kyle Stowers would likely get the call over Cowser, but Cowser is still on the right track to get a call later this summer.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE