The latest MLB rumors cover a potential Ryan Helsley trade, an Atlanta Braves concern with Craig Kimbrel, and what makes the New York Mets a scary team.

The St. Louis Cardinals find themselves in a position nobody expected them to be in. Instead of being out of contention, they came into Friday's action tied wit

Their biggest trade chip is two-time All-Star closer Ryan Helsley, who hasn't been quite as dominant this year but is still one of the top relievers in Major League Baseball. In The Athletic's latest big board of the Top 40 trade candidates, Helsley was considered a top trade chip, and the Seattle Mariners were listed as a possible fit.

Could the Philadelphia Phillies acquire closer Ryan Helsley from the St. Louis Cardinals before the MLB trade deadline?

An MLB insider floated a trade that could "give Boston arguably the top setup-closer combination in baseball."

ESPN's Jeff Passan was the latest MLB insider who has linked Jarren Duran as a potential trade target for the Padres.

The New York Yankees could look to poach closer Ryan Helsley away from the St. Louis Cardinals this season.

Stay updated on the Phillies as they monitor Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley ahead of the upcoming trade deadline.

Cardinals' Ryan Helsley breaks silence on trade rumors ahead of MLB trade deadline Jon Conahan June 9, 2025 • 11:11 am PDT