Grayson Rodriguez, the promising right-hander for the Baltimore Orioles, is facing another setback after being diagnosed with a strained lat muscle during his rehabilitation from previous elbow inflammation. Manager Brandon Hyde indicated that Rodriguez is a few weeks away from resuming his throwing program, highlighting a troubling trend as this is not the first time the young pitcher has faced similar injuries. In 2022, he missed three months in the minors due to a lat strain, and in 2024, he was again sidelined with the same issue.

As the Orioles navigate a wave of injuries to their pitching staff, including fellow starters Zach Eflin, Kyle Braddish, and Tyler Wells, the team’s depth will be tested. Hyde remains optimistic about Rodriguez's recovery, hoping he can maintain health this time around. Meanwhile, Eflin, who has also been on the injured list with a lat strain, is set to return for a side session soon, adding a much-needed boost to the rotation.