Orioles executive VP Dan Duquette said Monday that they believe they'll be able to work out a deal to keep Johan Santana from opting out of his contract. The Orioles have until midnight to convince him to move back the opt-out date. Santana has pitched well in extended spring training and will likely move to a minor league affiliate soon if he stays with Baltimore. If all goes well, he could be an option for the team's rotation within the next month or so.