Orioles select Basallo's contract, activate Cowser

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

  • Selected the contract of C/1B Samuel Basallo from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 29 and his first appearance will be his MLB debut.
  • Reinstated OF Colton Cowser from the 7-day concussion Injured List.
  • Optioned OF Daniel Johnson and 1B/OF Ryan Noda to Triple-A Norfolk after yesterday’s game.
  • Transferred RHP Zach Eflin (low back discomfort) to the 60-day Injured List.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.