Bush league

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There’s a minor league relief pitcher under contract in the Oakland Athletics farm system named Pete Bayer. Last year he pitched 50 relief innings, wearing jersey number 17 for the Stockton Ports, the team’s affiliate in the Class A California League. It’s pro ball, but near the bottom of the minor league ladder.

It’s unlikely that there will be a minor…