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Orioles Cut Ties with 28-Year-Old Outfielder to Re-Sign Zach Eflin

Orioles Cut Ties with 28-Year-Old Outfielder to Re-Sign Zach Eflin

Summary

The Baltimore Orioles have re-signed pitcher Zach Eflin on a one-year, $10 million contract. To make room for Eflin on their roster, the Orioles designated outfielder Will Robertson for assignment, meaning he may join another team or move to a lower-level team. Robertson has struggled to secure a spot in the major leagues, having been claimed by multiple teams without playing a game for them.

Key Facts

  • The Orioles re-signed Zach Eflin with a one-year contract worth $10 million.
  • To accommodate Eflin, the Orioles designated Will Robertson for assignment.
  • Robertson was previously claimed off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • Robertson has also been on waivers with the Chicago White Sox and Toronto Blue Jays.
  • He hasn't yet hit a major league home run and has a .316 OPS over 27 games.
  • Robertson turned 28 two days before being designated for assignment.
  • The Orioles have recently strengthened their outfield with other players, making it difficult for Robertson to secure a spot.

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