Aug 21, 2021; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino (62) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
The ninth inning had been on lockdown for the Oakland A’s for most of this season. Lou Trivino had stepped into the closer role and excelled, having blown only two saves until Saturday. The A’s closer situation appeared to be in excellent hands for the foreseeable future.
That has not been the case lately. Trivino has struggled in his last two outings, allowing five runs on five hits, including two homers, and a walk while recording just five outs.