Ryan Helsley’s Rough Night Continues as Fans Vent Online

New York Mets reliever Ryan Helsley surrendered a two-run, game-tying home run to former Met Harrison Bader in the top of the eighth inning on August 26, 2025, at Citi Field. The blast, measuring 381 feet, knotted the score at 5-5 and drew immediate criticism from a passionate fan base.

Despite the homer, the Mets rallied for a 6-5 victory, but Helsley’s outing raised his season ERA to 4.15 and overshadowed the bullpen’s overall success. The right-hander, who has struggled since being acquired at the July 31 trade deadline, walked one and allowed three total baserunners in his frame.

Social media reaction was swift and scathing. On X, user Jake Brown called the performance a “horror story” and declared, “No more Hell’s Bells. Enough. It’s just hell”. Other platforms lit up with frustrated supporters questioning Helsley’s role in Edwin Díaz’s setup.

Manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged the rough patch but expressed confidence in Helsley’s ability to rebound. “We know what he’s capable of,” Mendoza said. “He’s shown it all season. We’ll help him get back on track and trust him in big spots.”

Helsley will take the mound again in a middle-inning role tonight as the Mets aim to keep pace in the National League Wild Card race. The club’s next game against the Phillies begins at 7:10 p.m. ET.