Orioles recalled C Steve Clevenger from Triple-A Norfolk.

He'll provide extra depth behind the plate and function as a utility option for the O's in the last two games leading up to the All-Star break. In 24 games with the Orioles this season, he's hitting .243/.300/.378 with eight RBI.

Orioles optioned C Steve Clevenger to Triple-A Norfolk.

Clevenger was batting .243/.300/.378 in 24 games as the O's backup catcher. Baltimore acquired Nick Hundley from the Padres over the weekend for pitcher Troy Patton and will roll with Caleb Joseph as the backup for now. Matt Wieters is still out with an elbow injury.

Steve Clevenger was the Orioles offense on Monday, going 3-for-4 with two doubles and an RBI against the Tigers.

Clevenger has always been a decent enough hitter; it's defense that's held him back as he's attempted to establish himself in the majors. Until the Orioles get Matt Wieters back or acquire another catcher, Clevenger could be just fine as a second catcher in mixed leagues that require them. He'll get all of the playing time he can handle.

Steve Clevenger hit a walkoff RBI double Saturday in the Orioles' 10th-inning 5-4 win over the Astros.

Clevenger also singled twice earlier in the game, finishing 3-for-5. He's going to get semi-regular playing time while Matt Wieters nurses an elbow issue and may be worth a look in some deeper AL-only fantasy leagues.

Steve Clevenger went 3-for-3 on Tuesday to raise his spring average to .484.

Clevenger was told yesterday that he'd be Matt Wieters' backup. He's not quite as strong defensively as backups the Orioles have gone in the past, but he does offer a nice left-handed bat. Unfortunately, he won't get to use it that often, as Wieters gets as few days off as any AL catcher.

Steve Clevenger went 3-for-3 with a couple of doubles against the Blue Jays on Sunday.

Clevenger isn't a great defender, but it looks like the Orioles will go with him as Matt Wieters' backup this season. He's 12-for-22 with a homer and three walks this spring.

Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports believes that Steve Clevenger could serve as the Orioles primary backup catcher behind starter Matt Wieters.

The 27-year-old backstop who was acquired last season as part of the Scott Feldman trade, mashed the ball to the tune of .325/.401/.468 with five homers and 24 RBI in 44 games at Triple-A in 2013. As the roster is currently constructed, his only competition for the backup job will come from Johnny Monell, who was acquired from the Giants in late November.

Orioles recalled C Steve Clevenger from Triple-A Norfolk.

The 27-year-old backstop was acquired from the Cubs in early July as part of the Scott Feldman trade. He has been stinging the ball in 20 games at the Triple-A level with the O's, hitting .324/.402/.437 with two homers and 11 RBI. He'll provide catching depth for the O's, and could also see the occasional start at first base.

Orioles acquired C Steve Clevenger from the Cubs in the Scott Feldman trade; optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk.

Clevenger, who is from Maryland, owns a .199/.262/.275 batting line over 229 plate appearances in the majors. He will provide catching depth in the minors.

Cubs activated C Steve Clevenger from 15-day disabled list; optioned him to Triple-A Iowa.

The Cubs are playing it cautiously with his rehab, and he'll continue to get everyday at-bats at the Triple-A level to get his timing back. With Dionner Navarro performing well in his absence, there's no need to rush Clevenger back.

Steve Clevenger (oblique) completed his rehab stint but felt some tightness in his left side and will require additional time before being activated.

Clevenger is eligible to return from the 60-day disabled list but will continue to rehab at Triple-A Iowa for a while longer. The Cubs aren't missing him, so he'll be given as much time as needed before returning.

Steve Clevenger (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Monday.

Clevenger has been over his oblique strain for a while now, but he's on the 60-day DL and not eligible to return until mid-June. It's probably not a given that he'll be added to the big league roster once eligible.

Steve Clevenger (oblique) has been playing in extended spring training games of late.

"He's been abusing some of our guys when he's playing in intrasquad [games]," general manager Jed Hoyer said Monday. Clevenger is probably healthy enough to be activated, but he's on the 60-day DL and not eligible to return until mid-June.

Steve Clevenger (oblique) caught two bullpen sessions on Monday.

He's also throwing from 120-130 feet and is expected to start swinging a bat early next week. Clevenger is on the 60-day DL and won't be eligible to return until mid-June. He should have no trouble being ready at that time, though he's not a given to return to the big club.

Cubs placed C/INF Steve Clevenger on the 60-day disabled list with a left oblique strain.

Clevenger was expected to be sidelined for at least six weeks, so the Cubs decided to go ahead and clear 40-man roster space. Kameron Loe was claimed off waivers and will assume Clevenger's roster spot.

Steve Clevenger will be sidelined for at least six weeks with a left oblique strain.

Clevenger collapsed in pain as he suffered the injury Saturday when he struck out to end the game. The Cubs won't officially place him on the DL until Tuesday, as Darwin Barney is due back that day.

Steve Clevenger has been diagnosed with a left oblique injury and will likely be placed on the 15-day DL.

Clevenger suffered the injury Saturday on the final swing of the Cubs' 3-2 loss to the Giants. The backup catcher is 1-for-8 this season with three strikeouts.

Steve Clevenger has won the Cubs' final bench spot as a third catcher and backup at first and third base.

Clevenger began his pro career as an infielder and played a little bit at the corner infield spots last season. He'll be used mostly as a lefty pinch hitter.

In an attempt to highlight his versatility, Steve Clevenger will see time at first base during spring training games.

The Cubs lack depth at the position, and with Anthony Rizzo playing for Team Italy in the WBC, it's a great opportunity for the former infielder to prove that he's capable of handling the position defensively. If successful, it would certainly boost his chances of making the Opening Day roster.

Steve Clevenger was reinstated from his suspension on Tuesday September 11.