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BALTIMORE — After a 101-win season, the Baltimore Orioles entered the winter with a small payroll and a great farm system. So in theory, the defending AL East champions should have plenty of flexibility. But aside from signing veteran closer Craig Kimbrel, Baltimore hasn't done much. The everyday lineup may not need help, but the starting rotation and bullpen can always use an upgrade. General manager Mike Elias is preaching patience. He says it's been a slower offseason around baseball and there's still time to make upgrades.
