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The A's are a lot more aggressive at the plate this season. They're not taking nearly as many pitches as they used to. Nick Swisher has been especially aggressive. He's a good hitter from both sides of the plate, with good bat speed. ... When A's closer Huston Street returned last week, his velocity was down 4 mph or so but it should be back soon. One thing that impressed me, though, was how well he pitched without his best stuff. He's a guy who will be effective when he eventually loses some of his velocity. He's got a pretty good breaking ball and changeup and good control.... The Dodgers' bullpen problems were in evidence against the Padres. One night, Mike Cameron struck out his first three times up. Then, against the bullpen, he hit three ...