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Lastly, the Baltimore Orioles are seen as another strong candidate to make a move for Alcantara. Their wealth of position player talent in the minors positions them well to make trades while also enhancing their major league roster. With pressing needs for starting pitching, particularly after disappointing performances within their rotation, landing Alcantara could elevate the Orioles in the competitive pitchers' landscape of the AL East.
Conclusion: Timing the Trade
Crucially, timing the trade will be paramount. Team executives need to consider whether they should strike while the iron is hot or wait to see how the season unfolds.
Discussions abound regarding Peter Bendix, Miami’s general manager, and whether he might wait until the trade deadline or seek out the best offer sooner.