{"id":136358,"date":"2026-01-08T08:43:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T08:43:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=136358"},"modified":"2026-01-08T08:43:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T08:43:58","slug":"update-whats-next-for-the-orioles-after-missing-out-on-edward-cabrera-the-setback-could-force-baltimore-to-rethink-its-pitching-plans-sooner-than-expected-j","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=136358","title":{"rendered":"UPDATE: What\u2019s next for the Orioles after missing out on Edward Cabrera? The setback could force Baltimore to rethink its pitching plans sooner than expected. (J)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/ybmedia\/image\/upload\/c_crop,e_improve,h_513,w_912,x_0,y_0\/c_fill,f_auto,h_900,q_auto,w_1600\/v1\/m\/5\/c\/5cff4394e43b3f9fcc67fde596eac046cb573def\/01kecza51h992bm13yqr.jpg\" alt=\"What could be next for Orioles after losing out on Edward Cabrera\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"373\">Orioles Miss Out on Edward Cabrera as Cubs Strike Deal, Front Office Forced to Pivot in Search for Frontline Starter<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The Orioles believe they still have the prospect depth to make another trade for a starting pitcher, says <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Ken_Rosenthal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@Ken_Rosenthal<\/a>. \ud83d\udc40 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/z30hRmi007\">pic.twitter.com\/z30hRmi007<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/FoulTerritoryTV\/status\/2008612027812454421?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 6, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"510\">Another potential solution has come off the board for the <strong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"454\">Baltimore Orioles<\/strong> in their ongoing search for an impact starting pitcher.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"918\">On Tuesday, the <strong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"585\">Chicago Cubs finalized a trade with the Miami Marlins<\/strong> for right-hander <strong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"621\">Edward Cabrera<\/strong>, ending weeks of speculation surrounding one of the most sought-after arms on the trade market. The move immediately reverberated throughout the league, particularly in Baltimore, where the Orioles had been consistently mentioned as one of the most aggressive suitors for the 27-year-old starter.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1146\">Unable to land Cabrera, <strong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1028\">Mike Elias and the Orioles\u2019 front office now face a familiar offseason challenge<\/strong>: pivot quickly, reassess their options, and find the frontline starter they have been openly pursuing since November.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1192\">Why Edward Cabrera Was Such a Key Target<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1479\">Cabrera represented an ideal blend of age, upside, and affordability. At 27, he fits squarely within the Orioles\u2019 competitive window, and his electric stuff\u2014highlighted by a high-velocity fastball and devastating changeup\u2014made him one of the most intriguing trade candidates available.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1769\">Multiple reports throughout the winter suggested Baltimore was \u201cdeeply involved\u201d in talks with Miami, leveraging its <strong data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1619\">elite farm system<\/strong> as potential trade currency. Ultimately, however, the Cubs were able to finalize a deal that the Marlins preferred, leaving the Orioles empty-handed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1917\">For a team that has been vocal about needing a true top-of-the-rotation arm, Cabrera\u2019s departure underscores the urgency of Baltimore\u2019s situation.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1977\">The Orioles\u2019 Current Rotation: Close, But Not Complete<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2042\">Despite missing out on Cabrera, the Orioles have not been idle.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2066\">Baltimore has already:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2166\">\n<li data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2118\">\n<p data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2118\"><strong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2092\">Acquired Shane Baz<\/strong> from the Tampa Bay Rays<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2166\">\n<p data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2166\"><strong data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2145\">Re-signed Zach Eflin<\/strong> to a one-year deal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2494\">If the season were to start today, a projected rotation of <strong data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2284\">Trevor Rogers, Tyler Wells, Shane Baz, and Zach Eflin<\/strong> would represent a solid foundation. However, it is also clear that this group lacks a proven ace\u2014the type of pitcher who can anchor a postseason rotation and match up with the best arms in the American League.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2723\">While Elias\u2019 past tendencies suggest he could stand pat, <strong data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2621\">all indications this offseason point toward continued aggression<\/strong>. The Orioles believe they are one move away from fielding a truly formidable rotation on Opening Day.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2769\">Orioles Still Active on the Trade Market<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2825\">The question now becomes: <strong data-start=\"2797\" data-end=\"2825\">where do they turn next?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"3025\">According to <strong data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2872\">The Athletic\u2019s Ken Rosenthal<\/strong>, speaking on the <em data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2906\">Foul Territory<\/em> podcast, Baltimore\u2019s front office believes they \u201c<strong data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"3023\">need one more [pitcher] to fit toward the top of their rotation<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3284\">The Baz trade proved the Orioles are willing to part with real prospect value when the right opportunity arises. With one of baseball\u2019s deepest farm systems, Baltimore still has the ammunition to pursue another major trade\u2014though the cost will not be cheap.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3359\">Potential trade targets that have circulated in industry chatter include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3426\">\n<li data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3383\">\n<p data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3383\"><strong data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3381\">Freddy Peralta<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3406\">\n<p data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3406\"><strong data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3404\">MacKenzie Gore<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3426\">\n<p data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3426\"><strong data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3424\">Kodai Senga<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3597\">Additionally, if Baltimore made meaningful progress in talks with Miami before Cabrera was dealt, a pivot to <strong data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3556\">Sandy Alc\u00e1ntara<\/strong>\u2014another Marlins ace\u2014cannot be ruled out.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3884\">Any of these pitchers would immediately elevate the Orioles\u2019 rotation, but each would require a substantial return. After surrendering four prospects to acquire Baz, the front office must weigh whether another blockbuster trade is prudent\u2014or whether a different route makes more sense.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"3929\">Free Agency May Be the More Likely Path<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"4076\">Given the escalating trade costs, <strong data-start=\"3965\" data-end=\"4041\">free agency increasingly appears to be Baltimore\u2019s most realistic avenue<\/strong> for landing its next star pitcher.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4392\">From the outset of the offseason, Elias has been transparent about his priorities, repeatedly identifying a frontline starter as his top objective. New owner <strong data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4256\">David Rubenstein<\/strong> has echoed that sentiment, publicly stating that the Orioles have \u201c<strong data-start=\"4324\" data-end=\"4352\">no particular restraints<\/strong>\u201d when it comes to improving the roster.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4394\" data-end=\"4511\">That combination has fueled constant rumors linking Baltimore to nearly every top free agent pitcher still available.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4513\" data-end=\"4553\">Framber Valdez: The Most Natural Fit<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4630\">The name most frequently associated with the Orioles is <strong data-start=\"4611\" data-end=\"4629\">Framber Valdez<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4632\" data-end=\"4684\">The 32-year-old left-hander checks nearly every box:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4686\" data-end=\"4815\">\n<li data-start=\"4686\" data-end=\"4743\">\n<p data-start=\"4688\" data-end=\"4743\">Durable (31 starts in three of the last four seasons)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4744\" data-end=\"4772\">\n<p data-start=\"4746\" data-end=\"4772\">Proven (career 3.36 ERA)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4773\" data-end=\"4791\">\n<p data-start=\"4775\" data-end=\"4791\">Playoff-tested<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4792\" data-end=\"4815\">\n<p data-start=\"4794\" data-end=\"4815\">Familiar with Elias<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4817\" data-end=\"4992\">Elias served as Houston\u2019s scouting director when Valdez signed out of the Dominican Republic in 2015, a connection that could give Baltimore a meaningful edge in negotiations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4994\" data-end=\"5172\">The <strong data-start=\"4998\" data-end=\"5015\">New York Mets<\/strong> loom as the primary competition, but Baltimore\u2019s rumored willingness to offer a long-term deal\u2014combined with Elias\u2019 history\u2014could ultimately tip the scales.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5174\" data-end=\"5213\">Ranger Su\u00e1rez: A Strong Alternative<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5215\" data-end=\"5340\">Another premier option is <strong data-start=\"5241\" data-end=\"5258\">Ranger Su\u00e1rez<\/strong>, who, like Valdez, has drawn significant interest from both the Orioles and Mets.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5342\" data-end=\"5603\">With the Cubs seemingly out of the mix, the market could turn into a direct showdown between <strong data-start=\"5435\" data-end=\"5482\">Mike Elias and Mets president David Stearns<\/strong>. If one club lands its preferred target, it would not be surprising to see the other pivot quickly to the remaining ace.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5605\" data-end=\"5664\">Su\u00e1rez may actually present a compelling value proposition:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5666\" data-end=\"5818\">\n<li data-start=\"5666\" data-end=\"5720\">\n<p data-start=\"5668\" data-end=\"5720\">Career ERA of <strong data-start=\"5682\" data-end=\"5690\">3.38<\/strong>, nearly identical to Valdez<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5721\" data-end=\"5746\">\n<p data-start=\"5723\" data-end=\"5746\"><strong data-start=\"5723\" data-end=\"5744\">Two years younger<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5747\" data-end=\"5818\">\n<p data-start=\"5749\" data-end=\"5818\">Over <strong data-start=\"5754\" data-end=\"5779\">300 fewer MLB innings<\/strong>, potentially reducing long-term risk<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5820\" data-end=\"5888\">Those factors could influence both contract length and overall cost.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5890\" data-end=\"5933\">Next Tier: Zac Gallen and Lucas Giolito<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5935\" data-end=\"6034\">If Baltimore misses out on the top two left-handers, the next tier still offers intriguing options.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6036\" data-end=\"6286\"><strong data-start=\"6036\" data-end=\"6050\">Zac Gallen<\/strong>, coming off a difficult 2025 season (career-worst 4.83 ERA), remains an appealing bounce-back candidate. At 30 years old, he owns a career 3.58 ERA across 176 starts and has been one of baseball\u2019s most reliable workhorses when healthy.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6288\" data-end=\"6630\">A more understated option would be <strong data-start=\"6323\" data-end=\"6340\">Lucas Giolito<\/strong>, who quietly delivered a strong season with the Red Sox, posting a 3.41 ERA in 26 starts. While Giolito lacks true ace-level stuff, he profiles as a dependable mid-rotation arm\u2014similar to Eflin or Dean Kremer\u2014and could stabilize the staff if Baltimore chooses a more conservative approach.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6632\" data-end=\"6670\">The Clock Is Ticking for Baltimore<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6672\" data-end=\"6836\">As the Cabrera trade illustrates, <strong data-start=\"6706\" data-end=\"6747\">the pitching market can shift quickly<\/strong>. One domino often triggers several more, and teams that hesitate risk being left behind.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6838\" data-end=\"7016\">For the Orioles, the margin for error is shrinking. The roster is ready to compete, the resources are available, and the expectations are rising. What remains is decisive action.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7018\" data-end=\"7232\">Whether through a bold free-agent signing or another major trade, <strong data-start=\"7084\" data-end=\"7146\">Baltimore appears committed to adding one final impact arm<\/strong>. The only question is whether they can strike before the next opportunity disappears.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7234\" data-end=\"7301\">If not, they may once again be left wondering what might have been.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The Orioles are strongly in on Ranger Su\u00e1rez, says <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JimBowdenGM?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@JimBowdenGM<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&quot;They haven&#39;t been able to close the deal, but they kind of feel like they have a chance.&quot; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/82YzStbS9l\">pic.twitter.com\/82YzStbS9l<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/FoulTerritoryTV\/status\/2008257189614415997?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 5, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Orioles Miss Out on Edward Cabrera as Cubs Strike Deal, Front Office Forced to Pivot in Search for Frontline Starter Another potential solution has come off the&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":136370,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-136358","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mlb"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>UPDATE: What\u2019s next for the Orioles after missing out on Edward Cabrera? 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