PT TODAY: Vizcaino still the main option for ATL

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Braves | Arodys Vizcaíno trusted as closer
Atlanta Braves RP Arodys Vizcaíno was used in the eighth inning against the middle of the order Monday, April 4, against the Washington Nationals. Manager Fredi Gonzalez trusted his best pitcher against the toughest batters, and he is expected to be the primary option as closer.  Source: MLB.com - Mark Bowman
 
BHQ take: Despite the fact that Jason Grilli got the save opportunity in Monday's Opening Day game against Washington, it appears that Arodys Vizcaíno will get the majority of opportunities, at least for now. In 2015, Vizcaino registered a 9.9 Dom, a 2.8...

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