Jul 5, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Ryan Helsley (56) pitches during the ninth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
The Orioles on Monday announced the signing of right-handed closer Ryan Helsley to a two-year contract with an opt-out after the 2026 season. The contract is worth a reported $28 million.
Helsley, who’s 31, was traded from the St. Louis Cardinals to the New York Mets on July 30th. He was 3-1 with a 3.00 ERA and 21 saves with St. Louis, but was 0-3 with a 7.20 ERA in 22 games with the Mets.
A two-time All-Star with the Cardinals, Helsley led the majors in saves with 49 in 2024.
In seven seasons, Helsley is 31-18 with a 2.96 ERA with 105 saves.
The Orioles 40-man roster has 39 players.
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