Kimbrel struck out the side in a perfect ninth inning during Saturday's 5-1 win over the Pirates.

EDGE Analysis

Working in a non-save situation, Kimbrel overpowered the Bucs on 16 pitches (12 strikes). It was an excellent start to the campaign for the veteran closer, who's looking to erase memories of the 6.00 ERA he posted over the last two seasons for the Cubs.