Helsley, formerly Cardinals closer, is in a Mets bullpen misfire, sporting an 8.44 ERA across 5 1/3 innings with three blown saves in seven appearances. His rough stretch amplifies Mets late-inning volatility, driving uncertainty around closing roles and relief usage.

Helsley’s late-inning exposure hasn’t matched the deadline buzz, coughing up two runs in a blown save scenario. With NYM’s bullpen showing volatility, Helsley’s return to form is a focal point; if he can shore up closes, Mets closer value could rebound, otherwise holds could become more common and risky in fantasy lineups.

Helsley blew the eighth-inning save, surrendering Harris II’s tying RBI double and Albies’ eventual game-winner, marking a second straight blown save after a previous loss.

Helsley’s move to the Mets adds an impact arm to New York’s bullpen with late-inning potential. The shift takes a veteran closer-type presence from St. Louis’s bullpen curve and places Helsley in a new context where his high-leverage role could translate into saves and holds in a different division.

Helsley surrendered the late blow to Contreras, a critical moment in the seventh that turned the game. In fantasy terms, Helsley’s outings in high-leverage spots can swing saves and holds ceilings, so his late-inning opportunities remain a key barometer of value.