The A’s bullpen is in dire need of reinforcements as the trade deadline approaches, with manager Mark Kotsay pushing for veteran experience. Jose Suarez, their standout reliever, may be traded due to his impending free agency. Enter Liam Hendriks — a 14-year veteran, two-time Reliever of the Year, and three-time All-Star — who’s showing flashes of his old form with the Cubs’ Triple-A team. Despite his age, Hendriks brings championship DNA and high-leverage stability, exactly what the A’s lack. With only a couple of lefties and no seasoned right-handers, adding Hendriks could balance and elevate the bullpen. The A’s are clearly serious, having already added Dallas Keuchel to Triple-A — this could be their most critical move yet.
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