Ryan Helsley returns, Daniel Palencia sidelined with elbow inflammation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:39 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Ryan Helsley has been activated from the injured list, providing a boost to the Baltimore Orioles' bullpen. Conversely, Daniel Palencia has been placed on the injured list due to right elbow inflammation, impacting the Chicago Cubs' relief options. The San Francisco Giants have appointed Caleb Kilian as their new closer. The closer rankings shift as teams adjust personnel due to injuries and performance changes.
- •Ryan Helsley activated from injured list by Baltimore Orioles
- •Daniel Palencia placed on injured list with elbow inflammation
- •Caleb Kilian named closer for San Francisco Giants
- •Helsley's return coincides with multiple reliever adjustments
- •Impact on team strategies as playoffs approach
- 4:39 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: Ryan Helsley returns, Daniel Palencia sidelined with right elbow inflammation
"Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
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