Blewett Rising as A's Bullpen Savior | MLB News

The A’s bullpen is in turmoil after losing key offseason additions Mark Leiter Jr. and Scott Barlow, but a surprise waiver pickup, Scott Blewett, is stepping up with elite stuff and ground-ball dominance. His fastball looks faster thanks to mechanics that extend his arm, and his advanced metrics show he’s limiting hard contact and swinging strikes like a top-tier reliever. With Elvis Alvarado handling closer duties, Blewett could lock down the setup role and earn a spot in a revamped bullpen next year — offering a glimmer of hope for a team rebuilding around pitching.

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