The Philadelphia Phillies are Closing in on the New York Mets in the NL East
The race for the top spot in the National League East is heating up as the Philadelphia Phillies trail the New York Mets by just 1 1/2 games. With the trade deadline looming, the Phillies are looking to make some moves to strengthen their team.
One area of concern for the Phillies is their closer position. Jordan Romano, who was expected to fill the role, has not lived up to expectations. Additionally, Jose Alvarado, who was a key part of their bullpen, will not be eligible for the postseason due to an 80-game suspension.
As the Phillies make a push for the playoffs, they are in dire need of help at the back end of games. With the trade deadline just days away, the pressure is on for the Phillies to make a move and solidify their bullpen for the rest of the season.
The Philadelphia Phillies are making a strong push for the top spot in the National League East, currently sitting just 1 1/2 games behind the New York Mets. However, as the trade deadline approaches, the team is facing some challenges that need to be addressed. One of the biggest issues is their struggling bullpen, which has been a major factor in their recent losses. With the postseason in sight, the Phillies need to make some moves to solidify their bullpen and improve their chances of making a deep run in the playoffs.
The Phillies have already made some attempts to address their bullpen woes, but so far, they have not been successful. Jordan Romano, who was brought in as their closer, has not lived up to expectations. And to make matters worse, Jose Alvarado, another key reliever, has been suspended for 80 games, making him ineligible for the postseason. This leaves the Phillies in desperate need of help at the back end of games.
In a recent article for FanSided, Thomas Gauvain proposed the idea of the Phillies trading for St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley. The Cardinals are currently falling out of contention and are likely to be sellers at the trade deadline, while the Phillies are still in the race to catch the Mets. This could be the perfect opportunity for the Phillies to make a move for Helsley, who has a proven track record as a dominant closer.
Helsley has been a key player for the Cardinals, saving 49 games last year and being named the NL Reliever of the Year. This season, he has recorded 21 saves and has a 3.00 ERA in 36 appearances. While he may not be as dominant as he was last year, he could still provide a much-needed boost to the Phillies’ struggling bullpen.
Of course, the Cardinals will not let go of Helsley easily, and the Phillies will have to pay a high price in terms of prospects. But with a strong farm system, the Phillies have the resources to make a deal and give the Cardinals the prospects they want. It will be interesting to see if the Phillies decide to make a move for Helsley and if it will pay off in the long run.
As the trade deadline approaches, all eyes will be on the Phillies and their potential moves to improve their bullpen. With the help of a dominant closer like Helsley, the Phillies could have a real chance at making a deep run in the playoffs and potentially even dethroning the Mets as the top team in the NL East. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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