My thinking was the same as cyccommute's: This thing isn't critical, so if I bend it back into shape it may be strong enough to do its job. After I replace most of the drivetrain, it shouldn't come into play that often (I hope). I don't have any welder (let alone a TIG welder), so unfortunately that's not an option.
Thanks for those links, Clifford. If necessary, I'll try one of those.
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