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Orioles could trade Ryan Mountcastle for rival ace
- The Orioles are exploring a trade of Ryan Mountcastle to acquire MacKenzie Gore from the Nationals.
- Mountcastle’s 2025 production fell to a .250 average with a .653 OPS and seven homers amid hamstring injuries.
- The Orioles may face a first-base logjam next season with Rutschman, Basallo, and Mayo potentially sharing duties.
- ESPN insiders view Baltimore as a top potential trade partner for Gore this winter.
- Gore posted a 4.17 ERA in 30 starts during the 2025 season, making him a sought-after arm.
- The trade could include Mountcastle to balance a package with other prospects like Slater de Brun and Austin Overn.
- The Orioles would gain an ace-caliber arm to pair with Trevor Rogers if the deal goes through.
- Trading for Gore could save money for Baltimore to pursue another top-tier free agent.
- The Nationals would gain an immediate starter at first base by acquiring Mountcastle.
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