MLB Rumors: Targets for Orioles, Astros plus Mets calculation on Justin Verlander

By Robert Murray | Jul 28, 2023

Justin Verlander #35 of the New York Mets throws a pitch during the first inning of the game against the Chicago White Sox at Citi Field on July 19, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) /

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Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Rich Hill. (Ray Acevedo-USA TODAY Sports) /

MLB Rumors: What are the Orioles targeting at the trade deadline?

The Baltimore Orioles have made it clear that they are targeting pitching, both starters and relievers, and are very likely to add multiple players before the August 1 trade deadline.

Stocked with one of the deepest farm systems in baseball, the Orioles have the ability to get creative if it wants. But indications from general manager Mike Elias is that while they have the flexibility to add payroll, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they will.

Translation: they will only make a deal if it makes sense for them, both on the field and financially.

One player that rival teams have linked to the Orioles is Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Rich Hill, who is on an expiring one-year, $7 million contract.

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