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Colton Cowser’s Leaping Catch Secures 2-1 Orioles Victory Over Rockies
WHY IT MATTERS
The victory preserves the Orioles’ competitive position in the wild‑card race, giving them a crucial win as the postseason approaches and highlighting the importance of clutch defensive plays in tight games.
What happened
In a tight contest on Monday night, the Baltimore Orioles edged the Colorado Rockies 2-1. Colton Cowser delivered the decisive play, leaping above the center‑field fence for the final out.
The win keeps the Orioles firmly in the middle of the American League wild‑card race, tightening the standings as the season approaches its final stretch.
The play underscores Cowser’s defensive impact and the team’s resilience in close games.
PRIMARY SOURCES
'Gutsy' Cowser catch keeps O's in tight WC race
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