Overview
- Multiple outlets report the Orioles as a leading suitor for free-agent left-hander Framber Valdez, with the Mets identified as the primary competitor.
- Ken Rosenthal reports Baltimore remains in pursuit of another starter through either free agency or a trade.
- Ranger Suárez is cited as a realistic alternative among the top remaining left-handed starters in free agency.
- Team evaluators highlight Baltimore’s flexibility to spend or use prospect capital, keeping trade avenues open for other available starters.
- Despite adding Pete Alonso, Ryan Helsley, Taylor Ward and Shane Baz and re-signing Zach Eflin, the club is prioritizing an ace-level arm to bolster a rotation that includes Kyle Bradish, Trevor Rogers, Baz, Eflin and likely Dean Kremer.