Rays' Zach Eflin (lower back) lands on 15-day IL

Eflin is reportedly dealing with inflammation in his lower back and will take some time off to recover with a stint on the injured list. In a corresponding move, the Rays elevated infielder Brandon Lowe (oblique) from the IL for a start at second base in this afternoon's game.

The veteran pitcher has been having an up-and-down season and has given up at least 3 earned runs in 4 of his last 5 outings. His 4.12 ERA is not ideal, but he's maintaining a decent 1.17 WHIP and has thrown just 4 walks (compared to 44 strikeouts) this year. Hopefully he avoids a lengthy stay on the IL and is able to return to form sooner rather than later.