However things end up happening, it is very obvious that the Baltimore Orioles are going to be at the epicenter of the trade deadline. While losing Felix Bautista to a shoulder injury hurt the chances of a blockbuster move, the Orioles still have so many pending free agents that would probably be worth exploring trades with even if Baltimore was in a better position in the standings.
With where their playoff odds currently sit, the Orioles may end up being much more aggressive than you would think. In fact, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Orioles could look like a new team after the dust settles at the trade deadline.