While the Baltimore Orioles offense might be one of the top in baseball when they’re at their best, they’ve had a few down games throughout the past few months.

Since the All-Star break, the Orioles could definitely be swinging the bats at a higher level.

That’s not to say they’ve necessarily been bad, but there’s much to be desired with the talent in the lineup.

It’s something they have to think about moving forward, too, as there’s a real possibility that they’ll lose one of their top hitters this winter.

Anthony Santander hits the market at the end of the year, and with the production he’s given Baltimore, there’s a real chance he leaves in free agency due to getting a bigger offer elsewhere.

Joel Reuter of Bleacher Report predicted that’ll happen, writing that the Orioles could allow some youngsters to get an opportunity and save money to spend elsewhere.

“With so many promising young bats in the organization, the Orioles will likely let slugger Anthony Santander walk in free agency, though that will mean someone like Heston Kjerstad or Coby Mayo will be counted on to step up in the middle of the lineup.”

The Mariners would be a great spot for him to land, but that could also hurt Baltimore for more reasons than one.

Seattle has struggled a bit this year, which is a surprise given their expectations coming into the campaign.

However, 3.5 games out in the American League Wild Card, they still have an opportunity to make the postseason.