The Washington Nationals have called up top Minor League paw-spect Bruce the Bat Dog from Triple-A Rochester, the team announced.

Bruce is the organization’s leader in head pats, belly rubs and “good boys” since making his first professional appearance on Sept. 5, 2024. pic.twitter.com/d6SECEWc8I

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