Ryan Helsley is one of the most popular trade targets with no less than a half-dozen teams interested to varying degrees. Among the suitors, per sources, are the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, Phillies, Rangers and Blue Jays.

To discuss the trade deadline and set up a crucial stretch for the club, Phillies beat writer Matt Gelb hosted a live Q&A with The Athletic subscribers on Tuesday afternoon. Here are five key questions (plus a bonus one) that were asked and answered during the chat.

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.

The Philadelphia Phillies are primed to go all-in at the approaching MLB trade deadline and are looking for an impact outfielder to add to their squad.

There will be a few big leaguers on the mound for triple-A Lehigh Valley this week in Worcester, Mass. Veteran reliever David Robertson made his second appearance for the IronPigs on Tuesday as he continues his ramp-up process after the Phillies signed him on July 21.

To set the stage for the sprint to the deadline, here's a primer based on what I'm hearing from front office executives across the league.

The Twins are reportedly receiving constant trade calls before the deadline from teams including the Yankees and Red Sox.

The Orioles could be a match with contenders such as the Brewers, Mariners and Red Sox for deals at this year’s MLB trade deadline.