History of Colton Cowser in Timeline

Colton Dale Cowser, nicknamed “The Milkman”, is an American professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Baltimore Orioles in MLB. Prior to his professional career, he played college baseball for the Sam Houston State Bearkats.

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March 20, 2000: Colton Cowser's Birth

On March 20, 2000, Colton Dale Cowser, later nicknamed "The Milkman", was born. He became an American professional baseball outfielder.

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2018: All-State Honors and College Enrollment

In 2018, during his senior year at Cypress Ranch High School, Colton Cowser earned all-state honors after batting .411 with 38 RBI and thirty stolen bases. He was not selected in the Major League Baseball draft and subsequently enrolled at Sam Houston State University to play college baseball.

2019: Freshman Season and Awards

In 2019, during his freshman season at Sam Houston State, Colton Cowser batted .361 with seven home runs and 54 RBI over 56 games, earning the Southland Conference Hitter of the Year Award. He was also named a Freshman All-American by various media outlets and earned a spot on the Team USA Collegiate National Team, being named MVP of the USA vs Cuba Friendship Series.

2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

In 2020, prior to the season, Colton Cowser was named to the Golden Spikes Award watch list. Over 14 games for the 2020 season before the remainder of games were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cowser hit .255 with one home run.

August 2, 2021: Professional Debut

On August 2, 2021, Colton Cowser made his professional debut with the Rookie-level Florida Complex League Orioles, hitting a solo home run in his second at-bat. After batting .500, he was promoted to the Delmarva Shorebirds of the Low-A East.

2021: Southland Conference Player of the Year

In 2021, as a junior, Colton Cowser slashed .374/.490/.680 with 16 home runs and 52 RBI over 55 games. He was named the Southland Conference Player of the Year and was also named to the All-Defensive Team.

2022: Progression Through Leagues

In 2022, Colton Cowser was assigned to the Aberdeen IronBirds, then promoted to the Bowie Baysox, and later to the Norfolk Tides. Over 138 games between the three teams, he slashed .278/.406/.469 with 19 home runs and 66 RBI.

July 5, 2023: MLB Debut and First Hit

On July 5, 2023, Colton Cowser was promoted to the major leagues and made his MLB debut in a game against the New York Yankees. He recorded his first major league hit, an RBI single, in the 6th inning.

2023: Return to Norfolk Tides

In 2023, Colton Cowser started the season back with the Norfolk Tides, where he hit .330/.459/.537 with 10 home runs and 40 RBI in 56 games.

October 2, 2024: Wild Card Series Injury

On October 2, 2024, Colton Cowser exited Game 2 of the Wild Card Series against the Kansas City Royals after being hit by a pitch on the hand, resulting in a broken left hand.

December 10, 2024: Master of Ceremonies at MLB Draft Lottery

On December 10, 2024, Colton Cowser served as the master of ceremonies of the 2025 Major League Baseball draft lottery at the Winter Meetings.

2024: Opening Day Roster and Rookie of the Year Runner-Up

In 2024, Colton Cowser made the Orioles' Opening Day roster. He had multiple four-RBI games, including his first two MLB home runs on April 11, and finished the season with a .242/.321/.447 slash line, 24 home runs, and 69 RBI. He placed second in American League Rookie of the Year voting.

March 31, 2025: Thumb Injury

On March 31, 2025, Colton Cowser was ruled out for 6-to-8 weeks with a broken left thumb after diving into first base in a game against the Toronto Blue Jays.