The Baltimore Orioles' Disappointing Start and Trades to Watch Out For
Ready MLB Gossip: Three Orioles Players Appear to Attract Trading Suitors, Prepared to Strike a Deal
With the MLB trade deadline looming, the Baltimore Orioles, who've underperformed this season, are sparking intrigue. Sitting in last place in the AL East, the O's have a 13-19 record and are 5.5 games behind the division-leading New York Yankees. While the gap isn't insurmountable with 130 games left, other clubs are keeping a watchful eye on the struggling O's, especially as the trade deadline inches closer.
Bob Nightengale of USA Today reckons that three Orioles could be prime targets in a deal. According to him, starter Zach Eflin, reliever Seranthony Dominguez, and center fielder Cedric Mullins may attract offers.
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Among the trio, Cedric Mullins is the headliner, the former All-Star enjoying a strong offensive season in 2025. In 30 games, Mullins is hitting .257 and driving in 20 runs despite only hitting six home runs. Given his production and status as the Orioles' most potent bat, other clubs are likely eyeing him.
Eflin has thrown 18 innings across three starts, boasting a 3.00 ERA and eight strikeouts compared to just one walk. A quality starter, Eflin could be valuable to contenders looking to bolster their rotations, like the New York Yankees or the Houston Astros.
Seranthony Dominguez is making a name for himself out of the bullpen, boasting a 4.22 ERA in 10.2 innings. Despite lacking control at times, Dominguez has 11 strikeouts and walked seven batters. His power and potential make him an attractive prospect for teams like the Atlanta Braves or the Los Angeles Dodgers.
It's essential to keep an eye on these players as the trade deadline nears - the Orioles could become prevalent trade partners for teams in search of rotation depth, bullpen help, or an offensive boost in the outfield.
- The Baltimore Orioles' most potent bat, Cedric Mullins, has been enjoying a strong offensive season, making him an attractive target for other clubs.
- With a 3.00 ERA and eight strikeouts in three starts, quality starter Zach Eflin could prove valuable to contenders like the New York Yankees or the Houston Astros.
- Seranthony Dominguez, despite walking more batters than he'd like, has shown power and potential in the Orioles' bullpen, attracting interest from teams like the Atlanta Braves or the Los Angeles Dodgers.
