The Dodgers acquired right-handed relievers Brock Stewart and Paul Gervase along with outfielder Alex Call ahead of the trade deadline. Manager Dave Roberts emphasized that these acquisitions raise the competitive level of the team. Roberts expressed confidence in the existing core of players, highlighting the need for improved performance and consistency from them. Stewart has transformed into a high-leverage relief option with an effective fastball and sweeper, enhancing the bullpen's capabilities. The Dodgers are hopeful these changes will positively impact the team's performance in the closing months of the season.
Stewart is now a higher-leverage relief option, with a mid-to-upper 90s fastball and swing-and-miss sweeper he has used to dominate right-handed hitters this season.
Roberts stated, 'I think we've got a pretty dang good team. Our guys will be the first to tell you they've got to perform better and more consistently.'
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