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Podcast: Orioles relievers were chaotic, better than expected

The Orioles’ bullpen, once the biggest worry entering the 2026 season, ended up ranking 11th in the league for ERA despite a rocky start and a high‑profile signing. Ryan Helsley, acquired to shore up the relievers, came off a difficult final two months of the previous year but contributed to the improved performance, highlighted by his reaction after the team’s June 17 win over Seattle.

By season’s end, several unexpected arms emerged as reliable contributors, with Rico Garcia noted as one of the later‑season standouts. The podcast episode breaks down each reliever’s impact, from brief one‑game appearances to the more consistent performers, and suggests the bullpen could be a strength if the rest of the roster maintains its workload.

Listeners can hear the full analysis on major platforms, and the host invites fan feedback that may appear in future mailbag segments.

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