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Blown save? What blown save? Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Arodys Vizcaino did what relievers who have blown saves over the decades have done: pitch the next night like nothing happened. Fortunately, Vizcaino didn't pull a Derrick Turnbow and blow ANOTHER game. Instead, he threw a clean ninth, striking out one en route to save No. 8 on the season. Despite manager Brian Snitker saying he might go to closer by committee, Vizcaino should be a safe start.

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Atlanta Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino didn't seem to benefit from having Monday off. The closer came into Tuesday's game to nail down a 2-1 lead. It didn't go well. First, he gave up a run-scoring double to Addison Russell. Then Ben Zobrist singled in Russell. Vizcaino has seven saves on the season, so he's going to have to shrug this off and go get them the next time. Keep him if you have him.

Vizcaino allowed one earned run on one hit and struck out one to record his seventh save of the season Sunday against the Marlins.

Vizcaino allowed one hit and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Wednesday to collect his sixth save of the season in a 5-2 win over the Rays.

Vizcaino worked around a hit and a walk in a scoreless inning to earn his fifth save of the season Tuesday against the Rays.

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Atlanta Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino has been lights-out when he comes in to pitch. The closer nailed down his fifth save of the season on Tuesday night. He did have to work around a walk, but it was a scoreless frame. Vizcaino has a 1.72 ERA and while he's not that high among the saves leaders, he's still a good one to have in your lineups.

Vizcaino allowed one earned run on two hits but still converted his fourth save of the season Tuesday against the Mets.

Vizcaino allowed one hit and one walk in a scoreless inning against the Reds on Thursday to collect his second save of the season. He struck out one batter.

Vizcaino may not be the Braves' exclusive closer after manager Brian Snitker said Wednesday he was "flexible" in how he'd approach the ninth inning, Gabriel Burns of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Vizcaino worked around a hit and used a strikeout to record a scoreless inning for his first save Monday against the Phillies.

Vizcaino blew his first save of the season Wednesday against the Nationals, allowing one run on two hits in one inning of work.

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In his worst outing of the season so far, Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino earned his first loss of 2018 on a bases-loaded walk. Vizcaino came in with the score tied in the bottom of the 10th inning and proceeded to walk three batters, while allowing one hit and striking out one. It's now four appearances for Vizcaino this year without a save, but he is 1-1 with a 2.45 ERA. The saves should come soon for Vizcaino, as this will be nothing more than a blip on the radar for him this year.

Vizcaino worked around a hit, walk and hit by pitch to deliver a scoreless ninth inning in Wednesday's 7-1 win over the Nationals. He struck out two of the six batters he faced.

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This headline about Atlanta Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino would have been a lot more upsetting had it happened during the regular season. Since it's spring training and he wasn't even pitching in a save situation, it's all good. However, he's posted a 7.20 ERA. We still like him as a late-round pick as a low-end fantasy closer.

Vizcaino gave up a hit in a scoreless inning of work during Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Blue Jays.

Vizcaino agreed to a one-year, $3.4 million deal with the Braves on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Jon Heyman of FanRagSports.com reports.

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The Atlanta Braves and relief pitcher Arodys Vizcaino avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $3.4 million deal, according to Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports. Vizcaino had a nice season with a 2.83 ERA, 14 saves and 64 strikeouts in 57 1/3 innings. He is shaping up to be the Braves closer entering 2018 and makes for a good pick for saves.

Vizcaino pitched a scoreless ninth inning to collect his 14th save of the season during Sunday's win over Miami.

Vizcaino struck out all three batters he faced to collect his 13th save of the season during Saturday's win over Philadelphia.

Vizcaino struck out the side during a scoreless ninth inning to convert his 12th save of the season during Thursday's win over Washington.

Vizcaino issued three bases-loaded walks in the eighth inning to blow his third save of the season in Wednesday's 7-3 loss to the Nationals.

Vizcaino worked around a walk to pitch a scoreless ninth for his 11th save Friday against the Mets.

Vizcaino gave up a run on one hit and struck out three in 1.1 innings of work to collect his ninth save of the season in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader sweep over the Phillies.

Vizcaino allowed a hit and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Friday to collect his eighth save of the season in a 5-2 win over the Rockies.

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Braves' bullpen ace Arodys Vizcaino has thrived in his new role as the team's feature closer. He has now converted on all four opportunities since his promotion, and boasts success on five consecutive save opportunities this season. Vizcaino is perfect over his past three appearances and is helping Atlanta convert on rare late-game leads.

Vizcaino pitched a scoreless ninth inning with two strikeouts to pick up his seventh save of the season in Tuesday's win over the Rockies.

Vizcaino picked up his sixth save of the season Sunday against the Cardinals, striking out one in a perfect ninth inning.

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Braves' reliever Arodys Vizcaino has firmly planted himself into the closer role with two saves already in the month of August. Former ninth-inning man Jim Johnson has shifted to a set-up position while Vizcaino is being held for the save opportunities. He stumbled out of the gates against Miami on Friday, but settled down for his fourth save of the season. His value is slightly hurt by the fact that Atlanta does not present many opportunities for closers, but he appears to have no competition for that role moving forward.

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Arodys Vizcaino recorded his third save of the season as the Braves held off the visiting Dodgers. Vizcaino is expected to become the new ninth inning man as Jim Johnson has struggled and was placed on trade waivers. Atlanta will also look to Rex Brothers in high leverage situations. Vizcaino will be forced to improve his conversion rate with two blown saves compared to the three successes.

Vizcaino struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning to earn his third save of the season.

Manager Brian Snitker said that Vizcaino would have been used for a save situation Sunday, Kevin McAlpin of 680 The Fan reports.

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Atlanta reliever Arodys Vizcaino was activated from the disabled list on Wednesday afternoon. Lane Adams was optioned to make room on the 25-man roster. Vizcaino is in the midst of one of his best careers in the majors. Carrying a 2.38 ERA and career-best 1.09 WHIP, the Braves began transitioning him into the closer role prior to his injury. Delivering a strong rehab performance, he is expected to quickly return to his a full workload.

Vizcaino (finger) was activated from the 10-day DL on Wednesday.

Vizcaino (finger) is expected to return from the disabled list Wednesday, Kevin McAlpin of 680 The Fan reports.

Vizcaino (finger) could return from the disabled list as early as Wednesday, Kevin McAlpin of 680 The Fan reports.

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Atlanta reliever Arodys Vizcaino is expected to make a rehab appearance tomorrow with a likely activation coming later in the night or in the middle of the week. Vizcaino had been seeing higher leverage opportunities with three save chances in the week and a half prior to his injury. He is expected to return to that role. Utility defender Sean Rodriguez is also nearing activation after missing five months recovering from shoulder surgery. Rodriguez struggled with the bat in his minor league exposure, limiting his fantasy value. Tallying only three hits against lesser competition, his value likely will not come until late in the season (if at all).

Vizcaino (finger) will make a rehab appearance Monday, followed by a possible return to Atlanta by the end of next week, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

Vizcaino (finger) is not expected to return from the disabled list until Tuesday at the earliest, David O'Brien of the AJC reports.

Vizcaino (finger) is set to toss a bullpen session Friday, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.

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Braves' utility reliever Arodys Vizcaino was placed on the 10-day disabled list yesterday with a right index finger strain. It is entirely likely that Vizcaino hurt himself off the field as he recorded a save the last time out. He was taking on a growing role with three save opportunities over his past four appearances. Limited to a set-up role for much of the season, this may result in lost value moving forward. Matt Wisler has been called up in the short-term.

Vizcaino was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right index finger strain.

Vizcaino pitched a scoreless 12th inning to record his second save of the season during Sunday's win over Oakland.

Vizcaino has a WHIP of 0.96 and an ERA of 2.08 in 26 innings this season as the primary set-up man in Atlanta.

Vizcaino walked one and struck out one in a scoreless eighth inning Monday against the Pirates to pick up his eighth hold of the season.

Vizcaino walked one and struck out one in a scoreless eighth inning Thursday to notch his fourth hold of the season in a win over the Mets.

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After Atlanta Braves starter Mike Foltynewicz threw seven great innings on Sunday against the Phillies, relief pitcher Arodys Vizcaino was brought in with the game tied 1-1 in the bottom of the eighth. Vizcaino first gave up a double and then back-to-back home runs. Vizcaino was then relieved by pitcher Ian Krol after giving up three runs without recording an out. It was Vizcaino's second rough outing of the year, but he has done the job well in his other appearances. He should still be a fair source of holds, but he's not threatening to take the closer job either.

Vizcaino allowed a double and back-to-back home runs without recording an out during the eighth inning of Sunday's loss to Philadelphia.

Vizcaino struck out two in a perfect eighth inning Tuesday to get credit for the win in a 5-4 victory over the Marlins.

Vizcaino allowed one hit in a scoreless eighth inning during a 5-4 loss to the Pirates on Friday.

Vizcaino struck out two in a perfect inning of work during Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals.