Is Hector Olivera really going to be this good?

Skeptics still abound about Hector Olivera, but results are coming after chance to acclimate to new surroundings this past winter

This short answer to this question is – Yes.

Atlanta Braves beat writer Mark Bowman has been one of Hector Olivera’s biggest skeptics throughout the winter. He explained his opinion during a mail bag feature for the team’s website back at the beginning of February.

Maybe Olivera’s great physical skills will help him take advantage of the chance to make necessary adjustments while experiencing his first full Spring Training this year. But accounting for the struggles the 30-year-old Cuban encountered in September and again during his abbreviated stint in the Puerto…