The Baltimore Orioles have to retool this offseason through free agency.
Pitching is one of the biggest priorities for the Orioles, but they need a slight boost in the lineup.
Bringing back Anthony Santander would help the Orioles continue to compete in the AL East.
Team Needs (as of Dec. 19): SP (x2), right-handed hitter, RP SP: Jack Flaherty Jack Flaherty may be viewed as a consolation prize, but his performances last season show otherwise.
He produced a 3.17 ERA and recorded a 3.1 WAR between the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Dodgers.
His $21 million average annual value fits right in with the Orioles budget.
SP: John Means John Means has had trouble staying healthy over the last few seasons, so a return to Baltimore is best for both parties.
When he’s healthy, he’s an effective starting pitcher as the Orioles saw in 2019 and 2021.
Means could sign on a team-friendly deal, which would allocate more money for the big slugger.
OF: Anthony Santander Anthony Santander should be the biggest priority this offseason for the Orioles.
Their lineup is very lefty-heavy, and they need someone who can provide some pop. Santander checks both boxes as shown by his 44 home runs in 2024.
His contract is projected to be around $90 million, but he may consider giving the Orioles a hometown discount.
RP: Jake Junis There’s no such thing as too much bullpen help, and Jake Junis provides incredible value with a great price for any team at just $4.3 million per year.
He was a strikeout machine in 2024 with 6.4-1 K/BB ratio. Junis would elevate the Orioles bullpen and strengthen the overall pitching staff in 2025.