MLB Insider Reveals 2 New Baltimore Orioles Trade Targets Who Recently Became Available

Baltimore Orioles rumors are swirling ahead of the MLB trade deadline, in anticipation of the World Series contender being one of the most aggressive teams. While many of the Orioles trade targets are known, two new names surfaced in MLB trade rumors this weekend.

With today’s MLB games in mind, it’s well-documented that the Orioles have a lot of interest in Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet, along with Detroit Tigers starter Tarik Skubal. Both All-Star hurlers top the Orioles’ trade targets, but Baltimore also has its eyes on a couple of more affordable options.

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After getting swept by the Washington Nationals over the weekend, the Cincinnati Reds essentially made their intentions known at the MLB trade deadline. According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, the Reds have informed clubs around the league that they are willing to trade players with expiring contracts.

Interestingly, Morosi said the Orioles are among the clubs interested in Cincinnati’s pitching. Of the Reds’ available arms, Baltimore is reportedly eyeing Frankie Montas and Nick Martinez.

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• Frankie Montas Stats (FanGraphs): 4.85 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, .243 batting average allowed, 18.8% K percentage, 9.9% walk percentage, 8.9% K-BB percentage in 89 innings pitched

Montas, 31, hasn’t exactly been sharp on the mound this year. He’s missed time with injuries, and durability has been a recurring issue for him since his time with the Oakland Athletics. The 6-foot-2 righty got off to a relatively strong start this season, posting a 3.55 ERA through his first 25.1 innings.

Martinez, 33, could fill a variety of roles for Baltimore if acquired. The veteran right-handed pitcher has worked as both a starter and reliever in his career, but 23 of his 25 appearances this season have come out of the bullpen. He hasn’t thrown more than four innings in a game since May, but can typically cover two to three innings per relief appearance.

• Nick Martinez stats (ESPN): 3.88 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 56 strikeouts, 9 walks, 72 hits allowed in 72 innings

The veteran could also be an option to help Baltimore in 2025, but he does have control over his future with a $12 million player option for next season. As for Montas, there is a $20 million mutual option for 2025 with a $2 million buyout. Based on his performance this year, a buyout would be likely.

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