More so than perhaps any other team in the majors, the Orioles like to keep their cards close to the vest when it comes to transaction rumors. After the Dexter Fowler fiasco in 2016, media members are lucky to get anything out of the decision makers in Baltimore. There’s nothing wrong with the philosophy, but it can be frustrating as a fan.
With the Orioles nearing the deadline, fans are getting thirsty for any sort of information as to which way the club is planning to go. Unfortunately, with tight-lipped executives, it’s hard to get a sense of what the hell will happen.