When the Orioles traded right-hander Bryan Baker to the Rays in exchange for the No. 37 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft on Thursday morning, it appeared Baltimore’s Trade Deadline strategy may be set.

Kittredge did not look too sharp. He allowed a single to lead-off hitter Jesús Sánchez, and then served up a two-run homer to Otto Lopez, his 10th long ball of the season. But he settled in from there, retiring the next three batters he faced to close out the Orioles 5-2 win.

What would a Manny Machado trade have meant for the D-backs? A recent ESPN story uncovered a sliding doors moment that continues to impact the club.

Dean Kremer pitched seven shutout innings and the Orioles’ offense delivered 12 hits to secure a 5-2 win over the Marlins on July 11. Key contributions came from Ryan O’Hearn, Ramon Laureano, and Jordan Westburg as Baltimore continued its post-May surge.

While the Orioles are most likely to trade players set to enter free agency after the season, does it make sense for Baltimore to trade right-hander Dean Kremer as well? Buck Showalter, Ben McDonald and Steve Johnson weigh in.

It’s Friday, July 11 and the Marlins (42-50) are in Baltimore to take on the Orioles (42-50). Edward Cabrera is slated to take the mound for Miami against Dean Kremer for Baltimore.

Orioles right-hander Dean Kremer will pitch for Israel in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Which other O’s might compete in the event?