The Baltimore Orioles are in a precarious position as they consider signing a top-tier pitcher, Corbin Burnes, who is still available on the market. While the Orioles have the financial capacity to make a significant offer, Burnes' expected contract of around $250 million raises doubts about their ability to compete for him.

Burnes is projected to secure a deal that could place him among the highest-paid pitchers in MLB history, making it challenging for the Orioles to justify such an investment. With other teams also vying for Burnes, the front office faces tough decisions about their pitching strategy moving forward.