"Luis Medina made the club despite struggling this spring, posting a 7.36 earned run average after allowing six runs and walking nine batters in 7 1/3 innings."
"Medina's command issues are extreme, as he has walked 11.4% of his opponents in 149 2/3 big league innings, and his struggles this spring are notable."
"The A's have invested more than a year in Medina's rehabilitation after Tommy John surgery, and his velocity and slider could lead to success in a bullpen role."
The A's finalized their Opening Day bullpen, optioning Jack Perkins to Triple-A. Luis Medina secured a spot despite a challenging spring, where he posted a 7.36 ERA. Medina's struggles included allowing six runs and walking nine batters in 7 1/3 innings. After Tommy John surgery, his command issues have been pronounced, with a history of walking 11.4% of opponents. Acquired in a trade with the Yankees, Medina has potential as a reliever due to his velocity and effective slider, despite past rotation challenges.
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