It’s been happening in the background for a while now, but ever since the Orioles went all-in on selling at the deadline the murmurs have risen to a roar. The people want Samuel Basallo and Dylan Beavers in Baltimore now.
Orioles GM Mike Elias addressed the calls for their promotion late last week. He explained that the duo are “having terrific seasons” and that “getting them a taste [of MLB play] in 2025 here would be a good thing for all parties.” But he also said that “there’s some things we’re still looking for and hoping they’ll do.