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The 2026 version of Yennier Cano was one we thought we might not see again. After a brutal 2025 season in which Cano was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk in late June and ultimately had a 5.12 ERA in 65 games, it looked like Cano’s run as an effective reliever might be over.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 1

Orioles Announce Two-Year Extension With RHP Yennier Cano

The Baltimore Orioles have inked another extension with one of their players. Baltimore agreed to terms on a two-year extension for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, along with a club option for right-handed pitcher Yennier Cano.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 31

2026 Transactions: Orioles Extend Cano, Tromp DFA’d

For the last four years, Yennier Cano has provided stability for an Orioles bullpen that hasn’t had much of it thanks to injuries. On July 31, the Orioles made him the latest extended pitcher, as the club gave Cano a multi-year extension that could keep him in Baltimore through 2029.

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MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 24

Pirates Should Trade for Orioles Relief Pitcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need bullpen help and one pitcher addition could play a big role in doing just that. Baltimore Orioles right-handed relief pitcher Yennier Cano is one player that could end up on the trade block and it would make sense for the Pirates to, at the very least, enquire about his services.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / July 19

Yankees potential trade target: Yennier Cano

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Orioles gets 2 crucial pitching injury updates

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 30

Orioles’ Helsley throws bullpen session; Cano’s sinker eludes him; O’s-Blue Jays lineups

The Orioles think relief pitcher Ryan Helsley is getting closer to a return from right elbow inflammation. Helsley has been on the injured list since April 29th.

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Orioles’ Craig Albernaz Provides Injury Update on Standout Reliever Before Blue Jays Game

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Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 28

Orioles waiting on Cano; Gibson optioned, Weston selected, Kjerstad reinstated and optioned; O’s-Blue Jays lineups

Orioles reliever Yennier Cano, who left Wednesday night’s game against Tampa Bay because of right hamstring discomfort, is being evaluated. The 32-year-old right-hander had allowed the first three Tampa Bay hitters to reach with hits in the eighth, although one reached because Cano didn’t cover first base on a ground ball to the right side.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / May 28

Orioles news: Rays sweep, Cano’s injured hamstring, AL playoff race

Hello, friends. How ‘bout dem O’s? They have pulled off a similar trick towards the end of the month that they did towards the beginning. After getting miserably swept by a division opponent, they went on to play a much better series the second time around.

Baltimore Orioles News / BaltimoreBaseball.com / May 24

For Cano, the softball has helped the Oriole reliever play hardball

The secret to Yennier Cano’s success this season isn’t found just in the way he throws a split-finger fastball, though that’s vital. According to the 32-year-old Cuban right-hander, it might come from throwing another type of ball.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 24

Orioles news: That’s a wrap on spring training

Good morning, Camden Chatters. After five weeks and more than 30 exhibition games, we can officially call it a wrap on Orioles spring training for 2026.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / January 14

Orioles bounceback candidate Yennier Cano could help the bullpen settle

Baltimore’s high-leverage relievers mostly dodged the spotlight during a disappointing 2025 season. The Orioles failed to secure many late leads, and individual performances were overshadowed by one giant cloud of disappointment.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / October 27

2025 seemed like the beginning of the end for Yennier Cano

The Orioles’ bullpen was the unit that underwent the most change throughout the 2025 season. Injuries and poor performance reshuffled the pen at the beginning of the season.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / September 24, 2025

Keegan Akin and Yennier Cano’s struggles prompt more questions about Orioles pitching plans in 2026

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / June 22, 2025

Baltimore Orioles Announce Shocking Roster Move with Pitcher Yennier Cano

The Baltimore Orioles have been making a flurry of roster moves in recent days with more players getting hurt and being moved to the injured list. Catcher Adley Rutschman is the latest, as he will be sidelined because of a left oblique strain.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 22, 2025

Orioles Option Yennier Cano

The Orioles announced this morning that they have optioned right-hander Yennier Cano to Triple-A Norfolk. Right-hander Yaramil Hiraldo was recalled to the majors in a corresponding move.

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / May 11, 2025

Yennier Cano Comes Up Clutch For Baltimore Orioles

It's been a long haul this season already for the Baltimore Orioles, but Yennier Cano delivered in a clutch situation on Saturday night against the Los Angeles Angels.

Baltimore Orioles News / Camden Chat / March 7, 2025

The Orioles will again be calling on Yennier Cano for key late inning spots

One projection thinks Cano will do about as well as last year. Another sees harder times coming. For two magical months early in the 2023 season, Yennier Cano could not be touched.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 28, 2024

Atrocious Umpiring Gifts Baltimore Orioles Close Win Over Furious Dodgers

The Baltimore Orioles squeaked out a tense 3-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday, and for that they can thank the home plate umpire. Jansen Visconti had a tough night behind the plate, blowing numerous calls for both sides.

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The Orioles Fleeced the Twins in the Jorge López Trade

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Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / April 27, 2023

Orioles breakout reliever off to historic start in 2023

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