MLB News: O's Activate Eflin, Recall Top Prospect Mayo

Key Points

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The Baltimore Orioles have activated pitcher Zack Eflin from the 15-day injured list.

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The Orioles have also recalled top pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez from Triple-A Norfolk.

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Both Eflin and Rodriguez are expected to make their season debuts with the Orioles this week.

Analysis

The activation of Eflin and the recall of Rodriguez are significant boosts to the Orioles' pitching staff. Eflin, a former All-Star with the Philadelphia Phillies, has been sidelined since early April with a knee injury. Rodriguez, the Orioles' top pitching prospect, has been dominant in Triple-A this season, with a 1.50 ERA and 50 strikeouts in 30 innings pitched.

The Orioles have struggled with injuries to their pitching staff this season, so the return of Eflin and the addition of Rodriguez will be a welcome sight for manager Brandon Hyde. The Orioles are currently in last place in the AL East with a 16-34 record.

What's Next?

Eflin is expected to start for the Orioles on Tuesday against the Texas Rangers. Rodriguez is expected to make his MLB debut on Wednesday against the Rangers.