McGowin was recalled from Double-A Harrisburg prior to Sunday's game against the Brewers, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sean Doolittle (knee tendinitis) was placed on the 10-day injured list after Saturday's 14-inning defeat, so the Nationals summoned a fresh arm in McGowin. He last pitched Aug. 14, so he should be capable of going several innings out of the bullpen Sunday if necessary.