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Orioles Lose Eflin and Bautista for Remainder of Season

Baltimore runs through its minor-league depth after season-ending surgeries for two frontline pitchers

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Jun 30, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Felix Bautista (74) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/File Photo
Jul 23, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Zach Eflin (24) delivers a pitch in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Zach Eflin will undergo a lumbar microdiscectomy and will not pitch again in 2025, interim manager Tony Mansolino confirmed
  • Closer Félix Bautista has been ruled out for the season due to a significant shoulder injury with no return timeline available
  • The Orioles have deployed 58 players this year, nearing the modern franchise record of 62 set in 2021
  • Top prospect Grayson Rodriguez remains sidelined for the season following elbow surgery, compounding the staff’s losses
  • Right-handers Tyler Wells and Kyle Bradish are expected to make additional rehab starts as Baltimore leans on prospect depth