Cardinals and Phillies discuss trade involving closer Ryan Helsley

The St. Louis Cardinals are shifting towards a rebuild after a disappointing season. They have already let several key players go and are considering trading closer Ryan Helsley, who led MLB in saves last season. The Philadelphia Phillies are interested in Helsley as they prepare to lose two pitchers in free agency. A proposed trade would send Helsley to Philadelphia along with pitcher Miles Mikolas, with St. Louis covering part of Mikolas' contract. If the Phillies decline the deal, an alternative could involve sending a top prospect to St. Louis instead of Mikolas. The Phillies aim to strengthen their bullpen with a star closer to enhance their chances in the National League East.