Zach Eflin Hopes To Remain With Orioles

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin would reportedly love to remain with the team despite an injury-plagued tenure. After signing a one-year, $10MM deal last winter, the 32-year-old made only one start before undergoing Tommy John surgery in April. The Orioles hold a $25MM mutual option for 2027 that includes a $2MM buyout, which the club is widely expected to exercise, potentially making him a free agent.

Eflin is expected to miss a significant portion of next season while rehabilitating, which may lead him to pursue a two-year free-agent contract. Baltimore faces potential rotation turnover with veteran starters Trevor Rogers and Chris Bassitt also slated for free agency, potentially opening the door for a reunion on a more affordable deal.