Zach Eflin

The Orioles are acquiring Zach Eflin from the Rays in exchange for three minor leaguers.

Fantasy Impact

Eflin will head to the Orioles as a new option for a struggling starting rotation. The 30-year-old veteran has a 4.09 ERA and a 1.16 WHIP in 19 games this season.

Zach Eflin pitched 5.2 innings, allowing two earned runs on six hits, striking out four without issuing a walk in Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a solid, if unspectacular, performance for Eflin, who maintained control throughout his appearance by not walking any batters. His season ERA now sits at 4.09 with a WHIP of 1.16, reflecting a reliable option in fantasy rotations, particularly in terms of WHIP and control. However, his relatively low strikeout rate (7.1 K/9) continues to limit his ceiling in categories that reward strikeouts. Eflin's consistent ability to limit walks and keep the ball in play should keep him as a viable starting option in most formats, though his lack of dominant outings may cap his overall fantasy value.

Zach Eflin struggled in Friday's 6-1 loss to the Yankees, allowing four earned runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out five over five innings.

Fantasy Impact

This performance marks a slight deviation from his generally solid season, where he's maintained a 4.14 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP across 18 starts. Despite a decent strikeout-to-walk ratio of 6.38 and a FIP of 3.75 suggesting better underlying metrics, Eflin's latest outing could raise concerns about his consistency, especially in high-pressure matchups. Fantasy managers might view this game as a blip rather than a trend, but it's a reminder of the volatility that pitchers can exhibit, even within a generally successful season.

Zach Eflin delivered a quality start but took the loss in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against the Yankees, allowing one earned run on four hits and one walk while striking out six over seven innings.

Fantasy Impact

Despite his strong performance, Eflin's season continues to be a mixed bag with a 3.99 ERA and a 1.12 WHIP through 17 starts. His 7.1 K/9 and excellent 8.67 strikeout-to-walk ratio suggest he can control games, but his win-loss record now stands at 5-6, reflecting the limited run support he often receives. Fantasy managers should appreciate his ability to eat innings and keep WHIP low, but the lack of consistent wins could be frustrating. Keep him in lineups for his steady contributions, though temper expectations for victories.

Zach Eflin had a rocky outing on Thursday, allowing five earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out three over five innings, but still snagged a win as the Rays topped the Royals 10-8.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the victory, Eflin's performance was less than stellar, pushing his ERA to an unimpressive 4.19. His season WHIP remains decent at 1.15, but his strikeout rate is a modest 7.0 K/9, which doesn't offer much upside for fantasy managers looking for dominant strikeout numbers. The high earned runs in this game could be a concern if it becomes a trend, though his solid strikeout-to-walk ratio of 9.00 suggests he can maintain control. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his next few starts to gauge whether this outing was a blip or part of a larger pattern of decline.