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Orioles viewed as top trade candidate for Cardinals' high-leverage lefty

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This could make the bullpen in Baltimore elite.

Orioles viewed as top trade candidate for Cardinals' high-leverage lefty originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Baltimore Orioles bolstered their bullpen over the winter break.

They came to an agreement with Ryan Helsley on a two-year, $28 million contract. He is doing well with his new teams, holding a 2. 79 ERA on 11 appearances and leading the AL with six saves.

The bullpen currently holds a 3. 63 ERA, which is good enough to crack the top 10. However, you can never have too many high-leverage arms, especially for a team with postseason aspirations.

MORE: Why Orioles aren't a 'clean fit' for $115 million Astros All-Star Orioles viewed as top trade candidate for Cardinals' high-leverage lefty There will be multiple relievers that other clubs will dangle ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. Miami Marlins reliever Pete Fairbanks could be an option, or Colorado Rockies ' Jimmy Herget. Or, the club could go after what many are considering the best bullpen trade option, St.