The Baltimore Orioles have made a significant move to bolster their pitching staff by acquiring All-Star right-hander Corbin Burnes from the Milwaukee Brewers. In exchange for Burnes, the Orioles sent left-hander DL Hall, infield prospect Joey Ortiz, and a competitive balance draft pick to Milwaukee. This blockbuster trade signifies a shift in strategy for the Orioles, who have been relatively quiet in the offseason but aim to strengthen their pitching as they defend their AL East championship.
The Orioles have built a promising core of young position players, but their pitching staff has been a lingering question mark. With Burnes joining the rotation, the team hopes to solidify their chances of sustaining success in the competitive American League. Burnes, who just turned 29 in October, had an impressive season in 2023 with a 10-8 record and a 3.39 ERA. In the three previous seasons, he consistently maintained an ERA under 3.00, including a standout performance in 2021 with an 11-5 record and a 2.43 ERA.
