Fallout from relievers who might move at the trade deadline

Earlier this week, the Baltimore Orioles traded Bryan Baker (RHP, TAM) to the Tampa Bay Rays for a compensatory pick. The Orioles will have to adjust their set-up in front of closer Félix Bautista (RHP, BAL), and the Rays will add a leverage reliever to their late game mix. 

Anticipating trades between now and the trade deadline can give us a jump on how these moves might affect bullpen usage for the balance of the year. Potential sellers include the Minnesota Twins, Washington Nationals, Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Angels, Texas Rangers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Cincinnati Reds, and the Baltimore Orioles. Don't be surprised by something like the Boston Red Sox moving Aroldis Chapman (LHP, BOS) in the right deal or a buyer like the...

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