When Zach Britton ruptured his right Achilles tendon in December while conducting offseason workouts, the idea of returning to the mound within six months seemed to be a reach. So joining the Orioles on Monday, 10 days short of that six-month milestone, was the first victory of Britton’s season before it began.
The Orioles activated their star closer from the 60-day disabled list before the opening game of their three-game home set against the Boston Red Sox.
“When I talked to the doctor and he told me that I ruptured my Achilles, a lot of thoughts went through my head,” Britton said.