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Pablo Lopez’s current contract makes him an attractive trade candidate. The analyst envisions Lopez heading to the Baltimore Orioles, who need an ace to push their young core into postseason contention. This move would give Baltimore two years of Lopez, helping to solidify their rotation as prospects like Grayson Rodriguez mature.
Interestingly, this prediction supersedes an earlier one about the Orioles pursuing free agent Mel Kelly. Instead, Lopez's trade is seen as a more strategic move, aligning with Orioles' intent to contend.