Mets Bolster Bullpen With Helsley, Rogers, Soto Trades

The New York Mets have aggressively bolstered their bullpen ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline by acquiring right-handed relievers Tyler Rogers from the San Francisco Giants and two-time All-Star Ryan Helsley from the St. Louis Cardinals. To acquire Rogers, the Mets traded reliever José Buttó along with top prospects Blade Tidwell and Drew Gilbert, while Helsley was obtained in exchange for shortstop Jesus Baez and right-handers Nate Dohm and Frank Elissalt. Helsley, who led the league in saves last season and has a 2.67 career ERA, will join a bullpen that already includes closer Edwin Díaz and Gregory Soto, potentially forming one of the best relief corps in baseball. Rogers, known for his submarine delivery and durability, boasts a 1.80 ERA and 0.86 WHIP this season and will serve as a setup man. While the Mets are buyers, they are also shopping veteran starting pitcher Paul Blackburn, who has struggled this season but could provide depth or be moved to free up roster space. The team's rotation is healthy but may still see additions, as they have shown interest in veteran Charlie Morton and hold top pitching prospects Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean for potential call-ups.