Third baseman Melvin Mora says he loves the Orioles, loves being part of the team and the community, loves the daily interaction with players and fans. He has no desire to leave, and the Orioles aren't pushing him out the door. So why is there a chance he won't return in 2007? Mora would prefer to end negotiations on a new contract once the season begins, though he stopped short of issuing that threat yesterday. Former closer B.J. Ryan was more adamant last year and eventually left as a free agent, signing a five-year, $47 million deal with the Toronto Blue Jays. "I've been doing so many things for the Orioles. I'd like to stay here," said Mora, 34, who reported to camp yesterday with the other position players. "But this is my final year [on the contract]. The people know how much I love this team. That's the only thing I can say." The Orioles are continuing to hold discussions with the third baseman's agent, Lon Babby, that began in early January.