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Bob Melvin – Society for American Baseball Research
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A's takeaways: The new pitch that could keep Chris Bassitt ahead of the curve – Marin Independent Journal
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A's fans, finally in attendance, have little to cheer for in loss to Houston Astros – Paradise Post
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Chris Bassitt's slider becoming his best pitch in 2021
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Injured A's ace Bassitt says he wants to return this year
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Athletics' Chris Bassitt emotional after shutout win over Angels
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Olson, Chapman rally Athletics to 5-4 win over White Sox
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Trade Retrospective: A's turnaround and trade Jeff Samardzija to the White Sox for a package headlined by Marcus Semien - Beyond the Box Score
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Chris Bassitt update: Cheekbone fracture will require surgery, but vision OK for A's ace – Daily Democrat