Orioles plan to buy at 2026 MLB trade deadline despite current standings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 5:47 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles are exploring trade prospects as they approach the 2026 MLB trade deadline on August 3. GM Mike Elias has indicated a willingness to part with some of the team's prospects to acquire talent, aiming to improve their current 42-48 record and pursue a wild card spot, despite falling six games under.500. The team, 12 games behind division leaders Tampa Bay Rays, hopes to avoid another rebuild. Targets may include controllable players like Michael Wacha and Sonny Gray, rather than short-term rentals. Elias's strategy will significantly shape the team's postseason aspirations.
- •Orioles are 12 games back in the AL East.
- •Currently 3.5 games out of a wild card spot.
- •Elias plans to move prospects to improve the team's standings.
- •Potential targets include controllable starting pitchers.
- •Deadline is approaching on August 3.
- 5:47 PMYahoo Sports — Orioles' report reveals Mike Elias' plans for 2026 MLB trade deadline
"This plan from the Orioles and Mike Elias is clear that they're looking to improve.
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