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Speier, Jax additions bolster Team USA's relief corps
- Gabe Speier and Griffin Jax were added to Team USA's bullpen for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
- Final Team USA roster details are expected in early February.
- Speier has a strong left-handed track record against hitters this season.
- Jax posted a 3.60 ERA in 23 games with the Rays after a strong 2024 season in Minnesota.
- The World Baseball Classic pitch-count rules may require more reliever and starter mix.
- Jax is a U.S. Air Force Reserve Captain who will pitch from the bullpen for Team USA.
- The current Team USA roster includes Cal Raleigh, Will Smith, Bryce Harper, and Aaron Judge among others.
- The roster also includes Kyle Schwarber as DH and pitchers like David Bednar and Paul Skenes among others.
- Speier and Jax are noted for their versatility to handle batters from both sides of the plate.
- Team USA's coverage and roster decisions are being tracked as February roster releases approach.
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