Overview

• The Orioles' starting rotation is critically short-handed, with injuries sidelining key pitchers like Zach Eflin, Grayson Rodriguez, and Albert Suárez.
• Prospect Brandon Young is being considered for a call-up to fill an immediate need for a fifth starter in the upcoming games.
• Baltimore's offense and pitching staff have underperformed, contributing to a 6-9 record and a league-worst 5.30 ERA for starting pitchers.
• Injuries extend beyond pitchers, with position players like Colton Cowser and prospects Enrique Bradfield Jr. and Samuel Basallo also recovering from setbacks.
• Despite the slow start and roster challenges, GM Mike Elias expressed optimism, emphasizing the team's depth and long-term playoff aspirations.