BREAKING: The Baltimore Orioles have just announced the re-signing of right-hander Zach Eflin to a one-year contract valued at $10 million. This move comes as the team aggressively revamps its roster following a disappointing 2025 season.
Sources confirmed to ESPN’s Alden Gonzalez that Eflin’s new contract includes a mutual option for the 2027 season along with a $500,000 bonus if he is traded. Eflin, now 31, struggled through an injury-plagued 2025 campaign, spending time on the injured list three times due to lat and back issues, and finishing with a 5.93 ERA over 14 starts.
Despite his challenges, Eflin previously demonstrated his potential with a stellar 2.60 ERA in nine starts for the Orioles after being acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays during the 2024 trade deadline. As the Orioles look to improve their 24th-ranked rotation, Eflin is expected to take on a role in the back end, especially with a healthy Trevor Rogers returning from a breakout year, and the recent addition of Shane Baz from Tampa Bay.
In a bid to reinforce the pitching staff, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias identified upgrading the rotation as one of his top three priorities this winter. The team is already making significant moves, including signing right-hander Ryan Helsley to a two-year, $28 million deal, and trading right-hander Grayson Rodriguez for outfielder Taylor Ward.
The Orioles, who finished last in the American League East with a 75-win record after consecutive postseason appearances, are clearly aiming to reclaim their competitive edge. As the offseason progresses, fans will be keenly watching how these strategic changes impact the team’s performance in the upcoming season.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the Orioles continue to reshape their roster for 2026. The official announcement by MLB Network first revealed the financial details of Eflin’s new contract, marking a significant step in Baltimore’s revitalization efforts.
