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Two more teams are interested in Ryan Helsley with just days until the trade deadline. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.
Adding Helsley to the mix would give Texas a true closer for the stretch run of the season. Without a closer, their bullpen is a bit vulnerable. Texas also has some solid prospects to spare if they do decide to trade for the All-Star closer. St. Louis will have a high asking price.
The Texas Rangers are linked to closers from the St. Louis Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Adolis Garcia's name has been rumored.
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The Atlanta Braves placed right-hander Grant Holmes on the 15-day injured list on Sunday, meaning all five of the club’s starters on Opening Day are on the injured list.
St. Louis Cardinals pitching prospect Tekoah Roby underwent Tommy John surgery and will likely not pitch until 2027, multiple team sources told The Athletic on Monday.
St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley "is one of the most popular trade targets" ahead of the MLB trade deadline, according to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand.
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Sunday, June 1, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
While it's unlikely Nolan Arenado gets traded, the Cardinals have fielded calls on him, according to Katie Woo. Trading him would open up third base for a younger player. Jim Bowden of The Athletic made a bold prediction for a trade,