Overview

• In Friday’s 12-6 win over the Nationals, Helsley worked a 1-2-3 seventh inning, marking three consecutive scoreless appearances and four in his last five.
• His ERA with the Mets has fallen from 11.45 to 9.00 during this recent stretch, though his overall season mark sits at 4.85.
• Manager Carlos Mendoza praised Helsley’s execution, highlighting a sharper slider below the zone and more consistent command in high‑leverage spots.
• After opponents had hit .433 with a .691 slugging percentage against his fastball, Helsley has allowed no hits and generated three whiffs with the pitch over his last two outings.
• With the Mets up two games in the Wild Card race, Helsley is auditioning for a postseason role as external commentary links him as a potential low‑cost free‑agent target for teams such as the Blue Jays and Cubs.