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Zach Eflin Undergoes Tommy John Surgery, Out for Season

4/10/2026

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Zach Eflin underwent season-ending Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, performed by Dr. Keith Meister.
The procedure followed his March 31 start against the Texas Rangers, when he departed with elbow discomfort.
He signed a one-year, $10 million contract and has only one start this season, with a 2.45 ERA.
With Eflin out, Dean Kremer (Orioles pitcher) is likely to become the Orioles’ fifth starter.

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Zach Eflin underwent season-ending Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, performed by Dr. Keith Meister.
The procedure followed his March 31 start against the Texas Rangers, when he departed with elbow discomfort.
He signed a one-year, $10 million contract and has only one start this season, with a 2.45 ERA.
With Eflin out, Dean Kremer (Orioles pitcher) is likely to become the Orioles’ fifth starter.