Jenrry Mejia of the New York Mets has been dealt an 80-game suspension for testing positive for Stanozolol. This is a major blow to the Mets' bullpen.
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Luke Hochevar was a superb reliever in 2013. In 2014, he missed the season as the Kansas City Royals reached the World Series. What's his role now?
Sonny Gray could ascend into elite status sooner than later. In 2015, the Oakland A's righty might find himself in the AL Cy Young Award discussion.
Francisco Rodriguez fits the Detroit Tigers more than any other team. Why? Simply because they need his presence rather desperately.
Jose Fernandez barely pitched in 2014 due to Tommy John Surgery. When he returns in roughly June of this season, how will the Marlins' ace perform?
The Philadelphia Phillies' Ken Giles is a 24-year-old bullpen force with disgusting stuff. In 2015, he might become the next dominant reliever.
Billy Butler will play a crucial role in how the A's perform in 2015. Oakland needs power and consistency from its new 1B/DH.
Rafael Soriano has been a reliable, effective reliever for years. Yet he remains on the market despite countless struggling bullpens needing help.
Jonathan Papelbon is a great closer in a landscape of ineffective bullpens. He's pricey for the next year or two, but that shouldn't bother a contender.
The Oakland Athletics can make Sean Doolittle their closer, but diversifying the ninth with Tyler Clippard and Dan Otero also in the mix could be special.