MLB rumors: Orioles join Garrett Crochet trade sweepstakes

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet pitching in center, Baltimore Orioles logo on right side, Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz in front of the Chicago White Sox logo on left side, Oriole Park at Camden Yards (home stadium of the Baltimore Orioles) in background

The Baltimore Orioles once again made it to the postseason, to only be taken out in their first round of action by the Kansas City Royals.

There are a number of spots where the team could improve, including adding arms to the starting rotation.

Ace Corbin Burnes is a free agent, and he could potentially leave the Orioles. Regardless if Burnes leaves or not, GM Mike Elias needs to add another arm to the rotation.

One solution could be Chicago White Sox lefty Garrett Crochet, and the New York Post’s Jon Heyman reported Monday that Baltimore could be interested.

“White Sox star lefty Garrett Crochet seems certain to go in trade this winter,” Heyman wrote in one of his latest pieces. “And the White Sox should do much better than their deadline offers even two years from free agency (instead of three). Rivals predict they will receive a “blue-chip” prospect, and probably more. The Dodgers and Phillies are among teams at the forefront of talks, as USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported. The Orioles, stocked with the best collection of young position players, are in.”

Crochet would likely cost a pretty penny, but Baltimore has the one of, if not the, deepest farm systems in baseball. They have a lot of young talent already on the big-league club, with much more waiting in the wings.

A trade for Crochet could be done without totally breaking the bank. Will Elias and the O’s front office pull off another trade for a big-name starting pitcher two offseasons in a row? It’s certainly possible.

Garrett Crochet, Orioles could be perfect match

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (45) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the second inning at Petco Park.

Elias, the front office and manager Brandon Hyde have a major league roster stocked with talent.

Particularly in the starting lineup, as young players like shortstop Gunnar Henderson, catcher Adley Rutschman and outfielder Colton Cowser are just the tip of the iceberg.

The upper levels of the minors have players who are also ready to contribute in the majors, but they are blocked by other growing talent. So, a trade for Crochet is definitely possible.

Players like corner infielder Coby Mayo, catcher/ first baseman Samuel Basallo, and outfielders Dylan Beavers and Jud Fabian could all contribute right away or soon at Camden Yards.

They could be a big part of a potential deal for Crochet. Other potential prospects to keep an eye on would be some that are down in the lower levels of the minors, like pitchers Juan Nunez and Luis De Leon.

The pieces of the puzzle are there. The Orioles need to capitalize on having so much young talent.

Will they pull the trigger in order to improve an already strong team?

That is something that championship teams always strive to do.

Related Posts

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes special Waveland appearance before Guardians game

Chicago Cubs catcher Pete Crow Armstrong interacts with the fans on Waveland avenue before the game against the Cleveland Guardians.

19-Year-Old Wins Chicago White Sox Minor League Pitcher of the Month

Luis Reyes allowed just one earned run across 25 innings in June with the Single-A Kannapolis Cannon Ballers.

How Brian Schottenheimer is using Cowboys legends to inspire 2025 team, end Super Bowl drought

Schottenheimer is looking to motivate his team as they head into the 2025 season

Braves Urged to Trade $100M Superstar to AL Team for Juan Soto package

The Atlanta Braves are urged to trade superstar outfielder Ronald Acuna to an AL team for a Juan Soto-like package.

Red Sox Blockbuster Trade Scenario Ships Alex Bregman to Cubs for 3 Players

The Boston Red Sox have some financial flexibility after trading Rafael Devers. They may try and use that money to extend Alex Bregman.

Yankees add infield depth with latest signing

The New York Yankees need help in their infield, and they addressed the issue by giving Aaron Boone a new option to put at third base.