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Flexible, formidable core key for Mets' bullpen

With pitchers and catchers scheduled to report to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by Feb. 12, it's time to dissect the Mets' 2018 roster. This is the second of a six-part Around the Horn series taking a position-by-position look at projected starters and backups heading into the season. Next up: relievers.

NEW YORK -- In general manager Sandy Alderson's eyes, the Mets' 2018 bullpen construction began last July, when the team -- seemingly in full sell mode -- surprised nearly everyone by acquiring veteran reliever AJ Ramos from the Marlins. In 21 appearances down the stretch, Ramos saved seven games with a 4.