Freeman returning to L.A. to be with family, out Friday vs. Astros..

Roberts did not detail the reason said there was no timetable for when Freeman will rejoin the team.

Eflin was regarded as one of the best pitchers available before the July 30 deadline, and the Orioles — who at 61-41 are tied for the best record in the American League with Cleveland — turned to him with the sky-high prices for front-line left-handers Tarik Skubal and Garrett Crochet.

Eflin, 30, has been a stalwart in the Rays’ rotation since signing a three-year, $40 million free agent contract with the team before the 2023 season. With Eflin’s salary set to jump to $18 million next year and multiple starting pitchers returning from injuries, the Rays made it clear to teams that he was available in a deal.