Orioles Closer Helsley’s Injury Update | Baltimore Orioles News

Orioles’ closer Ryan Helsley’s UCL isn’t torn — a major relief — but inflammation still sidelines him, threatening his return this season. Already on the IL once this year, his latest setback hits hard as the trade deadline nears and Baltimore fights to climb into the Wild Card race. With their bullpen already shaky, the team now faces another blow: reliever Keegan Akin is also dealing with elbow issues, possibly needing surgery. Without Helsley, the Orioles are turning to a committee of relievers — Tyler Wells, Andrew Kittredge, Rico Garcia, and Yennier Cano — to hold the fort. How they navigate this pitching crisis could shape their entire postseason push. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3224c901bae4c62b