Athletics bullpen performance shows improvement in late season stretch

The Oakland Athletics are seeing increased stability from their bullpen during the final weeks of the season. Relief pitchers Scott Blewett, Chris Roycroft, Brady Basso, and Seth Johnson have provided effective outings recently, helping the team address persistent late-inning struggles. Despite this progress, the club holds the worst ERA in Major League Baseball and has allowed 135 home runs at Sutter Health Park this year. The team recently secured a 6-5 walk-off victory against the Toronto Blue Jays to open their current homestand. Defensive inconsistency remains a concern, with the team ranking among the bottom of the league in defensive runs saved. Athletics management continues to evaluate roster needs, including potential pursuit of veteran starting pitching and high-leverage relief help during the upcoming offseason to bolster the lineup and rotation for 2027.

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