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Baltimore seeks to strengthen starting lineup through trade and free agency

The Baltimore Orioles, who are looking for a starting pitcher, were mentioned as a team that could show interest in Ryu Hyun-jin (37).

On the 22nd (Korean time), MLB.com reported the news about Baltimore, which is seeking to reinforce starting pitchers with reasonable prices. 메이저-토토사이트

The media pointed out, “Baltimore is still looking for a starting pitcher, especially one who can take on the 1st to 3rd starting positions.” General Manager Mike Elias Biltomore also expressed his desire several times to recruit a solid starting pitcher this winter.

He continued, “The pool in the free agent (FA) market has become somewhat thinner, but many big league starting pitchers still remain unsigned. “There are also players who can be acquired through trade,” he added.

Ryu Hyun-jin was pointed out as a player remaining in the free agent market.

The media said, “Outstanding starting pitchers such as Jordan Montgomery, Michael Lorenzen, James Paxton, and Ryu Hyun-jin remain as free agents. “There is also National League (ML) Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell, but it is unlikely that Baltimore will pay the amount required for his contract,” he explained.

Since Baltimore is not a club that spends a lot of money, it may show interest in free agents who can be brought in at a lower price rather than pursuing Snell, who wants a large contract.

The media said, “Baltimore needs a starting pitcher, and there is ample time to sign a contract. If necessary, efforts can be made to recruit players even after spring training begins. “Until then, Director Elias will continue to work hard,” he wrote.

Ryu Hyun-jin, who moved to the United States ahead of the 2013 season after playing in the KBO League, appeared in 186 big league games and recorded 78 wins, 48 ​​losses, and an average ERA of 3.27.

Ahead of the 2020 season, he signed a four-year, $80 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. He ended the season early due to elbow surgery during the 2022 season, but returned last year, the final year of his contract, and recorded 3 wins and 3 losses in 11 games with an ERA of 3.46. 토토사이트