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Revamped bullpen pushes Atlanta Braves to 2-1 win over Miami Marlins
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Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Julio Teheran throws in the first inning of Monday's game against the Miami Marlins in Miami . - photo by Joe Skipper
MIAMI — Even without Craig Kimbrel, the Atlanta Braves' bullpen was terrific on opening day. Two relievers combined to escape a bases-loaded, none-out jam in the seventh, and new closer Jason Grilli pitched a perfect ninth to help the Braves beat Miami 2-1 on Monday. The rebuilding Braves sent All-Star closer Kimbel to San Diego in their latest deal Sunday.
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