The first item on Mike Elias’ checklist is done.

The Orioles’ president of baseball operations on Tuesday helped introduce Craig Albernaz as the ballclub’s new manager . A coaching staff still needs to be assembled, but the most important part of Elias’ offseason will begin Thursday.

At 5 p.m., MLB’s free agency will open. Coming off a disappointing 75-87 campaign, the Orioles are in need of significant upgrades this winter. With about 100 days until spring training begins, The Baltimore Sun’s Orioles beat reporters Jacob Calvin Meyer and Matt Weyrich answer the most pressing questions facing the team this offseason.

What is the most important roster hole the Orioles must address this offseason?

Meyer: There isn’t a wrong answer to this question. Want to say it’s the bullpen? That’s

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