Orioles closer Helsley placed on IL with elbow discomfort
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 11:03 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Orioles closer Ryan Helsley was placed on the 15-day injured list on July 3 after experiencing discomfort in his right elbow. The issue arose while he was warming up prior to Wednesday's game against the White Sox. Helsley's absence poses a challenge for the Orioles bullpen as they seek to maintain their competitive edge. An update on Helsley’s condition and recovery timeline has yet to be provided.
- •Helsley felt elbow discomfort on July 1 while warming up.
- •He was placed on the IL on July 3.
- •Orioles needed to adjust their bullpen strategy.
- •No timeline for Helsley's return has been announced.
- 11:53 PMESPN MLB — O's closer Helsley returns to IL with elbow issue
"Orioles closer Ryan Helsley went on the 15-day injured list Friday, two days after he felt discomfort in his right elbow while warming up in Wednesday's win over the White Sox.
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