OAKLAND -- The A's sought to improve their bullpen this offseason, a chore they took on with might following a disastrous relief showing in 2017.
Striking early, the A's swung a deal with the Mariners for right-hander Emilio Pagan in November, later reeling in a versatile veteran in right-hander Yusmeiro Petit on a two-year deal. And yet, work remains, with the A's monitoring the market for a second lefty to join Daniel Coulombe.
There's no shortage of right-handers, a good problem that will foster competition come spring. Given the club's rotation depth, several could-be starters -- Andrew Triggs, Chris Bassitt, Raul Alcantara -- will likely find themselves fighting for a bullpen spot.