The Baltimore Orioles faced tough news with right-hander Zach Eflin leaving the game due to lower back tightness after just one inning. Although he felt discomfort during his pregame warm-up, he attempted to pitch but was ultimately pulled by coaches. Currently, the team is unsure if Eflin will need to go on the injured list. Initially seen as the ace, Eflin's performance has deteriorated following a lat strain, raising concerns about his role moving forward as the Orioles struggle to stay competitive in the playoff race.
The team pulled Eflin after an inning to protect him, but manager Tony Mansolino noted uncertainty regarding his need for an injured list stint.
Eflin, initially successful early in the season, has struggled since his return, posting a 7.13 ERA and allowing 13 home runs in eight starts.
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