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Braves news and links: Atlanta’s bullpen evolved into a strength in 2016

Brad is joined by prospect guru Eric Cole to discuss John Danks, Mike Foltynewicz, TC's top-25 prospect list and much more.

Mark Bowman takes a look back at the evolution of the Braves’ bullpen which quietly became a strength during the 2016 season.

The Braves' only significant offseason addition to the bullpen mix was completed when they selected Armando Rivero from the Cubs in the Rule 5 Draft. Rivero will be given a chance to be part of a season-opening eight-man relief corps that could also include a healthy Arodys Vizcaino, Johnson, Roe, Cabrera, Ramirez, Ian Krol and a long reliever (Josh Collmenter and John Danks are the top two options).