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Zach Britton could soon be in a new uniform.The Orioles are hoping to trade their 30-year old closer by early next week, according to a report from ESPN. The Astros and Cubs are trying to "match up prospects"with Baltimore, the report says.The Jose Ramirez Jersey #Astros and #Cubs are trying to match up prospects with the #Orioles on a Zach Britton deal. Others involved too. Heard the Os would like to wrap it up by early in the week. With Familia, Hand and Herrera having moved, its ramped up the pace of talks. Jerry Crasnick (@jcrasnick) July 22, 2018There are at least six teams interested in dealing forBritton, according to a report Ozzie Albies Jersey from Fancred Sports'Jon Heyman.Competition appears keen for Zach Britton. At least 6 teams in, some in obvious need. With Herrera, Hand and Familia gone, the Os may do as well for him as they did for Machado. Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) July 22, 2018Britton has recorded four saves and holds a 3.68 ERA in 14 2/3 innings on the mound this season.The 30-year-old lefty mi sed the start of 2018 after he underwent surgery in December to repair a ruptured Achilles. He returned to the Orioles roster in mid-June.Britton, a two-time All-Star, has spent all eight of his MLB seasons with Baltimore.The Orioles are currently in last place of the AL East with a 28- Dale Murphy 1980 Cooperstown Collection Practice Jersey 71 record.