Orioles target Red Sox and Twins aces ahead of trade deadline

On July 2, the Baltimore Orioles are 4.5 games out of a Wild Card spot. As the trade deadline approaches, they may pursue frontline starting pitchers from the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. MLB.com reports that Joe Ryan and Sonny Gray are potential targets who could bolster the Orioles’ rotation. With Chris Bassitt on the injured list and Zach Eflin done for the season, the Orioles need to enhance their starting lineup to improve their playoff chances. Gray, with a 2.69 ERA, and Ryan, who has a 3.61 ERA, are seen as viable options if the Orioles can negotiate a deal in the coming weeks.

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