Orioles Willing To Deal One Of Four Bullpen Arms
Per Danielle Allentuck of The Baltimore Banner, one source indicated Baltimore would be open to moving one of its right-handed relievers, whether that is Yennier Cano, Tyler Wells, Rico Garcia, or Andrew Kittredge.
Of that group, Kittredge is the only pending free agent.
Why Cano Stands Out
Cano appears to be the most coveted name of the four.
Cano has rebounded from a rough 2025 to post a 2.21 ERA across 36.2 innings this season, getting ground balls at a monster 65 percent clip, the second-highest rate among relievers with at least 30 innings.
Yennier Cano (12-pitch perfect inning today) is one of the most coveted setup relievers in @MLB at this year’s trade deadline. @MLBNetwork
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) July 29, 2026
He is making just $1.6 million and remains under arbitration control through 2028, which adds long-term appeal on top of his strong current form.
Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported that Cano has been a popular target among bullpen-needy teams.
The Rest Of The Group
Garcia has been productive as well, sitting at a 3.09 ERA on the season, though his results have been shakier of late, with a 6.43 ERA in his last 14 innings.
Wells has embraced a full-time relief role this year, drawing praise as a "Swiss army knife" capable of pitching in almost any situation.
Rico Garcia has completely cratered his trade value https://t.co/w1xkVAAuLY
— The Ravens Eye (@ObservingsS) July 29, 2026
Kittredge, who turns 36 later this month, has had an up-and-down tenure in Baltimore, including a midseason trade to the Cubs last year before he was reacquired over the winter.
His deal expires after this season, making him the lone pure rental in the group.
What It Means For Baltimore
The Orioles could move a reliever from this group while also adding a left-hander to the bullpen, suggesting a lateral swap rather than a pure sell-off.
The bigger picture in Baltimore remains murky, as the front office is reportedly working on a mix of buying and selling ahead of the deadline.
Ken Rosenthal separately reported that teams have called to check on the availability of Adley Rutschman and Jackson Holliday, though a source close to the situation pushed back on the idea that the Orioles are really shopping either player.
With the deadline closing in, the bullpen appears to be the area where Baltimore is most willing to make a move.
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