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Help Wanted in Houston: Multiple Impact Relievers

At the risk of sounding like a broken record for the eighth time since October, the Astros have to address their bullpen in some fashion or another this offseason. You know, I know it, and they know it. Based on the rumors circulating, general manager James Click appears intent on doing just that by Spring Training. I mean, a 12.4 percent walk rate in a shortened season doesn’t inspire much confidence for a possible full season in 2021. While the rookies did an admirable job with multiple veterans lost to either free agency, injuries, or opting out due to the pandemic, the lack of top talent in the bullpen was a real liability.