Cano contributed as a reliever for Baltimore.

Cano has posted a 2.45 ERA in 3.2 IP since September, his best stretch since a scoreless spring, signaling a breakout-grade breakout potential as a durable late-inning option.

Cano worked the late innings and yielded the late Pham blast to push into extras, underscoring his role as the Orioles late-inning anchor. In fantasy, Cano represents a key holds/ERA stabilizer when Baltimore holds a lead, offering shallow-league value in saves/holds formats.

Cano’s late-inning work kept the Astros at bay, with the Orioles’ bullpen handling the back end after Young’s eight frames. Cano’s presence as a reliever in this showdown anchors Baltimore’s depth, a crucial factor in sustaining a late-season surge and protecting a lead.

Yennier Cano delivered a standout performance, securing a crucial strikeout against Zach Neto in a high-pressure eighth inning. His effective sinker proved vital in helping the Orioles clinch a victory over the Angels.