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sports5 months ago

Braves Edge Mets in Close Contest as Mets Continue Losing Streak

The Mets suffered a 4-3 loss to the Braves despite a solid start from Kodai Senga and key contributions from Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso. Ryan Helsley struggled in relief, allowing crucial runs in the eighth inning, contributing to the team's fifth consecutive series loss and a poor overall record since June. The team continues to face challenges with inconsistent pitching and offense, highlighting ongoing struggles in their playoff push.

sports5 months ago

Mets bolster bullpen with trade for Cardinals' Ryan Helsley

The New York Mets acquired reliever Ryan Helsley from the St. Louis Cardinals in a trade involving three minor leaguers, aiming to strengthen their bullpen as they compete in the NL East. Helsley, a hard-throwing reliever and former All-Star, is expected to serve as a setup man for closer Edwin Diaz. The Mets have been actively improving their bullpen with multiple trades ahead of the MLB trade deadline, also seeking a center fielder.

sports2 years ago

Cardinals' Ryan Helsley placed on IL with forearm strain.

The St. Louis Cardinals have placed closer Ryan Helsley on the 15-day injured list due to forearm soreness, opening up opportunities for Chris Stratton and Jordan Hicks to have more prominent late-inning spots as setup men for Giovanny Gallegos. The Cardinals have recalled Jake Woodford to offer depth in the bullpen. Helsley has a 3.24 ERA, a 3-4 record, and seven saves this season.

sports2 years ago

Cardinals' bullpen struggles continue in loss to Guardians.

The St. Louis Cardinals lost to the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 after closer Ryan Helsley walked two batters in the ninth inning, setting up José Ramirez's walk-off double. The Cardinals have been alternating between Helsley and Giovanny Gallegos in the closer role based on availability and matchups. The loss raises questions about who will handle the closer role going forward.

sports2 years ago

Cardinals' Goldschmidt and Helsley lead team to victory over Reds.

Paul Goldschmidt hit two homers and Ryan Helsley held on for the win as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Cincinnati Reds 8-5. The Cardinals scored at least one run in the first four innings, building a lead that Adam Wainwright took into the sixth inning. Despite allowing five runs on eight hits, Wainwright minimized the damage by keeping the ball on the ground. Tommy Edman experimented with selective switch-hitting, choosing which side of the plate to bat from based on the style of pitcher.

sports2 years ago

Cardinals suffer heartbreaking loss to Angels in ninth inning.

The Los Angeles Angels defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4 after a ninth-inning rally that included a solo home run by Jake Lamb, a two-run homer by Mike Trout, and an RBI single by Anthony Rendon. Shohei Ohtani pitched five innings for the Angels, striking out 13 batters and allowing four runs. The Cardinals are now 10-21 for the season.

sports2 years ago

Blake Sabol's Walk-Off Blast Secures Giants' Victory over Cardinals.

Rookie catcher Blake Sabol hit a walk-off homer to dead center field to give the San Francisco Giants a 5-4 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. The homer came off closer Ryan Helsley, who entered with a 2.08 ERA and possesses one of the best fastballs in MLB history. Sabol, who is only a Giant because he wasn't put on the Pittsburgh Pirates 40-man roster in the offseason, was starting Tuesday's bullpen game because more experienced options like Roberto Perez and Joey Bart are hurt.

sports2 years ago

MLB Saturday Recap: Cardinals Win, Giants and Mets Predictions

The St. Louis Cardinals won their first game of the season against the Toronto Blue Jays, despite giving up 10 walks, including seven by starter Jack Flaherty. Flaherty managed to keep a steady pulse and helped the Cardinals hold Toronto hitless through six innings. Nolan Gorman’s two-out, two-run single widened the Cardinals lead and gave Flaherty the chance for a win in his first start of 2023. Ryan Helsley faced the tying run at the plate in the ninth inning and struck out Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to regain control of the inning.