Helsley’s move from NL elite closer to shaky Mets setup man has produced 10 earned runs in 8 2/3 innings since the July 31 deadline. The Mets back him publicly, but late-inning work is critical with the rotation under pressure in a tight Wild Card race.

Rest and usage data hint at a small-sample puzzle: zero days rest 4.44 ERA, one day 2.27, two days 2.50. Mets stress execution and mechanics over rest, while Brazobán’s clean imaging and Winker/Siri rehab add options as Nimmo fuels late-inning offense.

Mets offense surges to a walk-off win over Philadelphia keyed by Nimmo. Since Aug. 12, New York has hammered 98 runs, fueling fantasy upside as the lineup heats up behind Marte, Alonso and Baty. Diaz locks it down with a five-out save while Manaea labors but provides punchouts; Helsley allows a late homer to Bader before Diaz finishes. The nine straight home wins vs PHI keep playoff chatter lively and highlight late-inning strength and bullpen volatility for fantasy benches and rosters.