News
Mets trade for Ryan Helsley: New York bulks up bullpen with electric Cardinals closer
The Mets are acquiring hard-throwing closer Ryan Helsley from the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, a day before the July 31 Major League Baseball deadline, the team announced Wednesday. The Cardinals get back three minor leaguers: shortstop Jesus Baez and right-handed pitchers Nate Dohm and Frank Elissalt.
Right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Helsley is pitching in his seventh MLB season with the St. Louis Cardinals. The 30-year-old closer made his big-league debut in 2019 and, in 24 appearances, posted ...
Hosted on MSN15d
He’s not a perfect trade but he might be the Yankees’ ideal fitBut a closer look reveals the fit. Helsley’s fastball still touches 99 mph, but it’s been hittable this year. Opponents are slugging over .400 against it, and his command has been shaky.
Results that may be inaccessible to you are currently showing.
Hide inaccessible results
Feedback