The Opener: Orioles, DeLauter, Skenes

Orioles promote Albert Suarez, shift Westburg to 60-day IL as Eflin goes on 15-day IL

BALTIMORE — With starting pitcher Zach Eflin going on the 15-day injured list with elbow discomfort and the bullpen being taxed during the opening homestand, the Orioles summoned right-hander Albert Suarez to Camden Yards for Wednesday’s series finale against Texas. Baltimore selected the contract of the 36-year-old Suarze, who hadn’t yet appeared in a game for Triple-A Norfolk this season. To make room for Suarez on the 40-man roster, the Oriol…

Orioles place Eflin on injured list, purchase Suárez's contract

BALTIMORE—The Orioles on Wednesday placed right-hander Zach Eflin on the 15-day injured list because of right elbow discomfort and purchased the contract of right-hander Albert Suárez from Triple-A Norfolk. Making his first start of the season, the 31-year-old Eflin left Tuesday night’s game in the fourth inning; he allowed a run on four hits in …

The Opener: Orioles, DeLauter, Skenes

Here are three things we’ll be keeping an eye on around the baseball world today: 1. Eflin injury spurs Orioles roster moves: Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin is expected to land on the injured list as he undergoes imaging to determine the cause of his elbow discomfort, which has prompted the team to select the contract of veteran righty Albert Suarez. Baltimore will need to make a 40-man roster move, as Suarez is currently in Triple-A on a minor…