Orioles Pitching Crisis Deepens

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt is sidelined for weeks after a minor back procedure to remove a bone spur, despite previous injections failing to help — but the team hopes he’ll return before the season ends. With fellow free-agent Zach Eflin out for the year after Tommy John surgery, young arms like Brandon Young and Trey Gibson are stepping up. The Orioles’ injury woes continue, ranking high in days lost to the IL, prompting internal reviews by GM Mike Elias. On the bright side, Dean Kremer is rehabbing strongly, Dylan Beavers nears activation, and Adley Rutschman’s back to full baseball…