Arodys Vizcaino entered the season figuring to be a prominent member of the Atlanta Braves’ bullpen in 2017. Outside of a few rough outings, Vizcaino was one of the better options at manager Brian Snitker’s disposal.
What were the expectations?
Vizcaino struggled down the stretch in 2016 due to an elevated walk rate and an oblique injury that seemed to further throw off his timing. His stuff has never been in question, but rather whether or not he would be able to harness it. Vizcaino averaged an eye popping 6.05 walks per nine innings in 2016 but his overpowering stuff had him positioned as a late inning option for the Braves in 2017 if he could improve his control.