PT TODAY: Montas suspension leaves no clear answer for OAK

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Athletics | Frankie Montas suspended 80 games
Oakland Athletics RHP Frankie Montas has been suspended 80 games for violating MLB's policy on performance enhancing drugs.   Source: ESPN - Jeff Passan
 
BHQ take: Obviously, this is a staggering blow to Montas' owners and to the A's. Barring an acquisition, OAK will cobble together Montas' innings from a variety of sources, including the likes of Tanner Anderson and possibly Aaron Brooks with a return from the bullpen. Longer term, the potential return of Sean Manaea and perhaps the accelerated arrival of heralded rookie Jesús Luzardo will have a larger impact....

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