Washington Nationals called up outfielder Dylan Crews on Tuesday, inserting him into the starting lineup against the New York Mets. The former No. 2 overall pick returned from Triple‑A Rochester after a brief spring‑training demotion, while infielder Andrés Chaparro also earned a promotion. Outfielder Joey Wiemer was designated for assignment and sent to the Red Wings for the club's roster needs.

Crews entered the game batting sixth in center field after posting a .258 average with five homers and 20 RBIs in 41 minor‑league games. President of baseball operations Paul Toboni noted his recent surge, saying the hitter has been making contact despite modest spring numbers. Meanwhile, third‑base starter Brady House was optioned back to Rochester after a 12‑inning, 16‑7 loss, where he is hitting .174.

With four outfielders already logging heavy minutes—Daylen Lile, James Wood, Jacob Young and the newly recalled Crews—manager Blake Butera hopes to rotate players, even using a DH spot to give Lile and Wood occasional rest. House’s struggle against right‑handed pitching and league‑leading eight errors prompted the move, leaving the Nationals with a more flexible infield configuration.