What happened: The Baltimore Orioles fell 3-2 in the series finale, narrowing their series lead to 2-1. With the trade deadline approaching, Baltimore faces pressure to avoid an aggressive move that sacrifices too much future value.

Why it matters: The Orioles remain below .500 despite winning the series. A costly buying spree could weaken the organization without guaranteeing a postseason berth.

What to watch: Baltimore's results before the Aug. 3 deadline will help determine whether the club buys, sells or takes a measured approach.