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Seven DFAs later, has Josh Walker figured it out?

Josh Walker has learned not to take it personally. Well, to be honest, I haven’t actually asked him, but you figure somebody DFA’d seven times in his career—twice by his current team—has developed some thick skin. He’s also developed his…

By Andrea SK · Camden Chat

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 1:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Andrea SK argues that Josh Walker established himself as a reliable Orioles reliever following seven career DFAs.
Josh Walker posted a 2.08 ERA and recorded his first major league save across 30 1/3 innings in 2026.
The left-hander delivered 18 consecutive scoreless appearances, the longest such streak by an Orioles pitcher in a decade.

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Andrea SK of Camden Chat analyzes Baltimore Orioles left-handed reliever Josh Walker, who emerged as a reliable bullpen arm in 2026 after being designated for assignment seven times in his career. Walker recorded a 2.08 ERA, 29 strikeouts, and a 1.19 WHIP over 30 1/3 innings, which included an 18-outing scoreless streak.

The writer attributes Walker's breakout to an altered pitch mix featuring a revamped changeup, increased slider usage, and improved command. Andrea SK argues that Walker's weak-contact profile and strike-throwing make him a legitimate contender for a regular role in Baltimore's 2027 bullpen.

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Seven DFAs later, has Josh Walker figured it out?

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