With all the trade talks surrounding Phillies starter Jeremy Hellickson, it may be one of the team's relievers that will be on the move.
The Giants have one of their top scouts in town for the Phils' series against the Marlins, according to ESPN's Jerry Crasnick. Per Crasnick, San Francisco has its eye on closer Jeanmar Gomez and veteran David Hernandez.
Gomez, despite blowing his most recent save opportunity, has been one of the biggest bright spots for the Phillies this season. His ERA sits at 2.82 and he's converted 25 of 28 save opportunities. He's done it unconventionally, striking out only 29 batters in 44⅔ innings.
The opposite has been true of Hernandez this season. An early favorite to capture the closer job in the spring, Hernandez has struggled with command. Over his last 14 appearances, he has an 8.79 ERA and has allowed 21 hits and nine walks. He has a 4.43 ERA on the season.
The Giants' bullpen could use the boost — they currently lead the league in blown saves with 19. Normally reliable relievers like closer Santiago Castilla and veteran lefty Javier Lopez have been inconsistent, and former closer Sergio Romo has fought injuries.
The trade deadline is Aug. 1.