Orioles To Entertain Burnett, Teixeira?

That's no surprise - it seems like they're always in the bidding, on the losing side of it.

I don't see either of these guys in baltimore. not just that, but the orioles don't have the foundation yet to justify dropping such big money. I hardly think even signing BOTH these players would make the Orioles serious contenders in the AL East. Especially once the Yankees are done this offseason. After missing the playoffs, I don't think anyone good is going to any AL East team except for New York.

I think AJ will figure things out with any discrepancies in the extension and resign with the blue jays. He and Halladay are a great 1-2 and I hope for Toronto's sake that they don't let him go.

I think toronto needs to make a BIG signing this offseason offensively and they have a real shot at being competitive in the tough AL East. If Rolen, wells and Burnett can stay healthy, and they add a Teixiera caliber player (not Teixiera himself, Overbay is a good 1B), you have a real competitive line-up that can do some serious damage.

I don't think it's a horrible idea for the Orioles to explore those two. Generally bad teams shouldn't spend big money on free agents but I think this situation is a little different. First, the Orioles weren't terrible this year, they actually seem to have a direction now and can start making progress towards becoming a winning team again. Second, they've got money, they play in the wealthiest division in baseball, it's not going to kill them to compete. Basically, instead of putting money in Angelos pocket, put it on the field, even if they aren't going to win right away. Third, they'll start drawing more fans, which means more money to spend in the long run, and it gives fans hope that they're serious about competeing. Also, adding Tex and Burnett frees up a few prospects (do they have any 1b prospects) that could be moved for additional pitching or different position players.

Should the Royals or Pirates be going out signing big name players to huge contracts? No, probably doesn't make sense. The Orioles though, it may not be the best use of resources but then again it's certainly not going to kill them, and it could help them in a few areas. I say it's worth a shot.

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I'm not sure they need to be the highest bidder for Teixeira, keep in mind he's from the Maryland area. I think as long as the Orioles make an offer that's within the ballpark of what the other "Larger Market" teams are doing, they're a serious contender to land Teixeira.

I like adding a bat and a strike out pitcher to the O's, although Burnett is a high risk player. It would be fantastic if Mussina came back and retired an Oriole. Thats alot to ask though.

The Orioles will need to move Ramon to make room for Matt Weiters soon. Alot of money is coming off the books after this year, I could see the O's being in the ballpark of $70-$80 million after signing these players, adding extensions, and bringing up cheaper talent after the 2009 season. For that kind of talent, that price would be pretty good going into 2010 with more pitching on the way via the minors.

flat out the o's need starting pitching...i hate to see roberts go, but it's a necessity i believe...they also can deal mora or huff and still have plenty of punch...of course hernandez needs to go and good bye cabrera...sherril is another possible player to dangle...burnett and sabathia (i can dream) with guthrie would put the o's at 82 wins at least...good enough for 3rd in the a.l. east...it's rough being an o's fan, isn't it?..they have my brain and heart fried!