Yennier Cano

Yennier Cano struck out one batter while allowing one hit and no walks over 0.2 scoreless innings to earn the save in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

After Saturday's win, Cano now has a 2.08 ERA and 0.81 WHIP in 35 games this season. The Orioles turned to Cano after Andrew Kittredge struggled and with Ryan Helsley unavailable after pitching in back-to-back games. Cano has been excellent for the Orioles this season and could continue to see more high leverage action should Helsley continue to struggle in the closer’s role.

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said Yennier Cano’s right hamstring is “trending in the right direction."

Fantasy Impact

Cano is throwing on Friday. Albernaz said the team would know more about Cano’s status afterwards.

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said RHP Yennier Cano is talking over imaging with doctors.

Fantasy Impact

Cano underwent an MRI after leaving Wednesday’s game early. Albernaz said it “seems encouraging.”

Yennier Cano was removed from Wednesday’s relief appearance against the Rays with right hamstring discomfort.

Fantasy Impact

Cano will be further evaluated at which point an update should be provided.

Yennier Cano and the Baltimore Orioles have avoided arbitration and the reliever will receive $1.6 million in 2026.

Fantasy Impact

After his 2023 campaign in which he was named an All-Star, Cano's numbers have been on a steady decline the past two seasons. Cano pitched to a 2.11 ERA in 2023, but posted a 3.15 ERA in 2024 and a 5.12 ERA last season. All told, in parts of four seasons with the Twins and Orioles, he sports a 4.05 ERA across 208.2 career innings. Given his struggles last season, Cano may work in low-leverage situations to start the 2026 season.