The Opener: Orioles, DeLauter, Skenes
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The Opener: Orioles, DeLauter, Skenes
"Eflin is expected to land on the injured list as he undergoes imaging to determine the cause of his elbow discomfort, prompting the team to select the contract of veteran righty Albert Suarez."
"Chase DeLauter has kicked off his rookie season in a big way, slashing .273/.304/.818 with an MLB-best four home runs, but suffered a foot injury after fouling a pitch."
"Reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes kicked off the 2026 season with a rare clunker, allowing five runs in the first inning while recording just two outs before being pulled."
Eflin is expected to be placed on the injured list due to elbow discomfort, prompting the Orioles to select Albert Suarez's contract. Suarez has been effective in the past, and Dean Kremer is likely to take Eflin's rotation spot. Chase DeLauter of the Guardians has started strong but suffered a foot injury after fouling a pitch, with x-rays negative. His status for the upcoming game against the Cubs is uncertain. Paul Skenes, the reigning NL Cy Young winner, had a rough first start, allowing five runs in the first inning.
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