Judging from social media and the Camden Chat comments section, there are many fans who do not want the Orioles to sign any free agents this offseason. They say that money should not be wasted on the 2019 major league roster which isn’t expected to win and the young players on the roster should be allowed to grow and learn at the major league level.
I am in agreement with that sentiment. With that said, the Orioles should consider signings that satisfy the following criteria: the player would accept a one-year contract at a reasonable salary, the player would not be blocking a younger talent who is legitimately ready for the majors, and the player is a candidate to fetch a prospect in a mid-season trade.