Orioles GM Mike Elias says the club’s core is “very unlikely” to be dealt, even after Rutschman trade buzz

Baltimore’s front office is addressing the offseason trade chatter directly: Mike Elias said that “a lot of our key, core players are very unlikely to go anywhere,” even as the Orioles continue to speak with other teams and gather information about roster possibilities.

Elias framed his comments around the Orioles’ job to listen, particularly when players are not tied to long-term contracts. He emphasized that listening to offers is different from being motivated to trade, and he cautioned that the current discussion does not mean anything is imminent.

The Orioles’ stance is being discussed in the shadow of the Aug. 3 trade that sent catcher Adley Rutschman to the Red Sox. Since then, questions have circulated in Baltimore about whether similar moves could reach other pieces of the team’s young core.

Elias also discussed internal expectations for 2027 offseason planning and player development. He said he expects the organization to return its entire MLB coaching staff for the 2027 season, barring departures for promotions to other clubs.

Baltimore’s roster-building priorities, meanwhile, are still broad. Elias and GM Jared Banner both indicated the Orioles plan to be active across the market, with a focus on adding starting pitching, outfield help, and potentially relief pitching and catcher depth, using both free agency and trade opportunities.

In addition to trade talk, Elias addressed player-development ideas and rotation fit. He said the Orioles have discussed having some infielders flex into outfield work during spring training and that left-hander Trevor Rogers is a player the club would like to retain as the qualifying-offer process unfolds. Elias said the QO deadline is approaching and that both sides will explore the open market.