Cardinals mention Ryan Helsley as possible closer
According to President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak, St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Ryan Helsley could close this season.
What It Means:
After being mentioned in Mozeliak's first response to St. Louis' closing situation, Helsley may be the front-runner for the role among other candidates including Carlos Martinez if he doesn't make the rotation and Gio Gallegos who is not currently in camp. Expect the 25-year old right-hander to be used in high leverage situations even if he doesn't win the ninth inning job.
numberFire's models currently project Helsley to produce a 4.29 ERA and 13 strikeouts in 14 innings pitched.
Source:
Mark Saxon
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