MLB Trade Buzz: Yankees Eye Pitching Reinforcements from Orioles

With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching, the New York Yankees are scouts deep into the Baltimore Orioles’ roster. The Orioles, sellers this summer after a slow start to the season, could be open to swapping pieces for future gains.

What the Yankees Need

• Pitching depth is top of their trade list. Names circulating include Seranthony Domínguez, Gregory Soto, and Yennier Cano — all controllable options that fit the Yankees' bullpen profile pinstripealley.com.

• While Baltimore’s offense has underperformed recently, Cedric Mullins, Ramón Laureano, and Ryan O’Hearn remain players of interest. However, positional overlap and differing offensive styles make these trades less likely

Orioles’ Strategy

• Despite recent improvements, the Orioles aren’t expected to rebuild fully. They're likely to trade expiring-contract players, offloading valuable assets while maintaining competitiveness 

• The goal: balance short-term success with long-term planning by shedding veteran contracts for prospects.