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The Dodgers approach the trade deadline trying to square their lofty preseason expectations with what has proved to be an imperfect start to the year.

With a glaring need to add depth in the bullpen again, the Dodgers will likely be buyers. USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale provided some options to consider. Among them: Jhoan Duran of the Minnesota Twins and Emmanuel Clase of the Cleveland Guardians.