The Baltimore Orioles recently regained the services of left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe after a lengthy absence due to elbow surgery. Coulombe, one of the team’s most dependable bullpen arms, played a significant role early in the season, maintaining a key presence against left-handed hitters. His return comes at a critical time as the Orioles gear up for the postseason, looking to solidify their roster.
Coulombe’s absence left a noticeable gap in Baltimore’s bullpen, especially as the team has dealt with a string of injuries to key players. The Orioles have also missed the contributions of Jordan Westburg and Dean Kremer, among others, but Coulombe’s return should alleviate some of the pressure on the pitching staff [[❞]](https://www.mlb.com/orioles/news/injured-orioles-could-make-difference-september) [[❞]](https://deal.town/fansided/orioles-finally-get-impact-lefty-reliever-back-after-extended-absence-P3S75XAK2N0).
Before his injury, Coulombe posted solid numbers, showcasing his ability to get outs in high-leverage situations. His effectiveness against left-handed hitters made him a crucial piece of Baltimore’s bullpen strategy. With a challenging playoff run on the horizon, the timing of his return couldn’t be better, as his experience will help anchor the late innings and provide a veteran presence alongside a younger, talented core [[❞]](https://baltimorepositive.com/as-calendar-turns-to-september-injury-picture-remains-mixed-bag-for-orioles/).
Manager Brandon Hyde has expressed the importance of keeping the pitching staff healthy for the remainder of the season, emphasizing that depth will be critical to the team’s success. Coulombe’s comeback will likely allow the Orioles to better manage their bullpen usage as they continue to battle for the top spot in the AL East [[❞]](https://deal.town/fansided/orioles-finally-get-impact-lefty-reliever-back-after-extended-absence-P3S75XAK2N0).
