As if signing Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million contract didn’t make their intentions clear, the Baltimore Orioles are now doubling down. Determined to hoist the World Series in 2026, the organization in Charm City is reportedly using up all its charm to go after a World Series champ in free agency.

The Orioles are looking to prove their 75–87 record in the 2025 MLB season was a fluke. Now boasting an exciting lineup, the O’s are eyeing the final pieces to complete their puzzle. On that note, a report indicates that former Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez is in Baltimore’s crosshairs.

“The Orioles have had talks with free-agent Framber Valdez, who had some overlap with O’s president of ball operations Mike Elias when the two were in Houston,” as reported by CBS Sports’ Mike A

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