The reports of the Orioles’ demise have been greatly exaggerated.
Baltimore parted ways with two of its best players at the trade deadline, but the team’s play over the last week has showed that they are not going anywhere. The Orioles remain in the wild card hunt without Trey Mancini and Jorge López.
Mancini has taken to Houston in a hurry, but the Orioles knew they were giving up a power bat. López started 1-for-2 in save opportunities for Minnesota, but his future remains more of a mystery.
The Orioles elected to part with a player that does not become a free agent until 2025.