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This polarizing trade would show Orioles fans this new front office is serious about winning

The Baltimore Orioles can make a statement this offseason if they make a trade for this star and use a key young player to do so.

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 11:48 AM
This polarizing trade would show Orioles fans this new front office is serious about winning
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Brian Burrows argues the Orioles should trade Jackson Holliday to the Diamondbacks for second baseman Ketel Marte.
  • Marte has $89.25 million remaining on the final five years of his contract, including a 2031 player option.
  • The 33-year-old switch-hitter holds full 10-and-5 no-trade protection and would need to approve any trade.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Brian Burrows of Birds Watcher argues that the Baltimore Orioles should pursue a blockbuster trade for Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte this offseason. Burrows suggests that parting with former top prospect Jackson Holliday as the primary return would prove the front office is fully committed to competing immediately alongside recent acquisition Pete Alonso.

Marte has $89.25 million remaining across the final five years of his contract, which includes a 2031 player option. However, Burrows notes that acquiring the 33-year-old switch-hitter would require Marte to waive his full 10-and-5 no-trade rights to permit a move to Baltimore.

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