Bruce Zimmermann

Bruce Zimmerman (biceps) scratched from Orioles' start, placed on IL

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Bruce Zimmerman has been scratched from Friday's start against the Toronto Blue Jays.

What It Means:

The Orioles placed Zimmerman on the 10-day injured list with left bicep tendonitis. Thomas Eshelman was recalled in a corresponding roster move and he will start for the Orioles in place of Zimmerman on Friday night.

Zimmerman is averaging 22.9 FanDuel points per start and his xERA (6.01) ranks in the bottom-five percent of the league. His xBA (.292), xSLG (.532), and xWOBA (.376) also all rank in the bottom-five percent.