2013 mlb season preview
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2013 MLB Preview
By: Chris Sladoje
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Note on WAR
WAR: Wins Above Replacement Player
What is a Replacement player? Most Triple A players are considered replacement
A team full of replacement players is said to be able to win
50 games. WAR Ranks
35+ (World Series Contender)
25-34 (Playoff Team/Wild Card)
20-24 (Average Team)
10-19 (Below Average)
0-9 (Borderline Minor League Team)
Predictions are not solely based on WAR
Rosters reflect ESPN Lineups
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Standings (Team WAR)
1. Toronto Blue Jays (33.7)
2. Tampa Bay Rays (32.0)*
3. New York Yankees (29.0)
4. Baltimore Orioles (28.1)
5. Boston Red Sox (19.2)
AL EASTOverview
MVP:Jose Bautista
Look what he was able to do when
he had no protection in the line up.
If he doesnt lead the league in
RBIs I would be surprised.
Cy Young: CC Sabathia
This guy has been a workhorse his
entire career and there is no reason
to think he wont be this year. He has
had a full off-season to heal, and
should come back better than everDivision Statement: This division was the hardest
to predict, with essentially every team able to win
it. Toronto wins it on paper, but expect all the
teams to be within 5 games of each other all year.
*Wild Card
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Lineup (WAR)
C: J.P. Arencibia (1.4)
1B: Edwin Encarnacion (4.5)
2B: Emilio Bonifacio (0.5)
SS: Jose Reyes (2.8)3B: Brett Lawrie (4.1)
LF: Melky Cabrera (4.6)
CF: Colby Rasmus (1.2)
RF: Jose Bautista (3.2)
DH: Adam Lind (0.0)
Total War: 22.3
TORONTO BLUE JAYSOffense
2012: 73-89
Overview: They finally have guys that can get on base,
so the likes of Bautista and Encarnacion can drive in
the runs. If those two can stay healthy and keep up
the production, they will have one of the best
offenses in baseball. If Cabrera avoids suspension,
then him and Reyes will form a very good top of thelineup combo.
The Bat: Jose Bautista
BA: .268
HR: 41
RBI: 108ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: R.A. Dickey (5.4)
2: Josh Johnson (3.1)3: Mark Buehrle (3.2)
4: Brandon Morrow (3.2)
5: Ricky Romero (-1.7)
Reliever: Sergio Santos (-0.4)
Closer: Casey Janssen (1.8)
Total WAR: 11.4
TORONTO BLUE JAYSPitching
Manager: John Gibbons
Overview: All five starters have Ace potential. They
need Dickey to duplicate last year, Morrow and Johnson
to both pitch 200 innings each, and Romero need to
return to his 2011 form. The only thing that needs help
is the bullpen. Other than that, they have the best
starting 5 in the American League
The Ace: R.A. Dickey
W-L: 17-8
ERA: 3.14
Ks: 176ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Jose Molina (0.8)
1B: James Loney (-1.2)
2B: Kelly Johnson (1.3)
SS: Yunel Escobar (2.4)3B: Evan Longoria (2.3)
LF: Matt Joyce (1.8)
CF: Desmond Jennings (3.0)
RF: Ben Zobrist (5.6)
DH: Luke Scott (0.1)
Total WAR: 16.1
TAMPA BAY RAYSOffense
2012: 90-72
Overview: First off, they need Longoria to play a
full season. They had one of the worst offenses
last year and upgraded it with Wil Myers, who
should get called up early in the season. That
should move Zobrist back to the infield and make
this team very formidable. They also needJennings to look more like Carl Crawford.
The Bat: Evan Longoria
BA: .294
HR: 34
RBI: 109ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: David Price (6.4)
2: Matt Moore (1.2)3: Jeremy Hellickson (2.9)
4: Jeff Niemann (0.5)
5: Alex Cobb (0.7)
Setup: Joel Peralta (0.5)
Closer: Fernando Rodney (3.7)
Total WAR: 15.9
TAMPA BAY RAYSPitching
Manager: Joe Maddon
Overview: James Shields and Wade Davis are
now in Kansas City, but they still have the Cy
Young winner in Price, and one of the best
closers in Rodney. When they made the trade
with KC, they were able to pilfer a top pitching
prospect along with Myers. Joe Maddon is alsothe best manager when it comes to pitching, so
expect more outstanding pitching.
The Ace: David Price
W-L: 19-7
ERA: 3.17
Ks:213ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Chris Stewart (0.9)
1B: Kevin Youkilis (1.3)
2B: Robinson Cano (8.2)
SS: Derek Jeter (2.1)3B: Eduardo Nunez (0.3)
LF: Juan Rivera (-1.0)
CF: Brett Gardner (0.2)
RF: Ichiro Suzuki (1.6)
DH: Travis Hafner (0.7)
Total WAR: 14.3
NEW YORK YANKEESOffense
2012: 95-67
Overview: Gone are the likes of Swisher, Ibanez, and
Martin (64 Home Runs combined). Curtis Granderson
will also be out till May along with Mark Teixeira. They
signed Youkilis and Hafner, but who knows what youll
get out of them. No one on this team is getting
younger. This could the final year of the Yankee
dynasty, so they give one final push.
The Bat: Robinson Cano
BA: .313
HR: 33
RBI: 109ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: C.C. Sabathia (3.3)
2: Hiroki Kuroda (5.2)3: Andy Pettitte (2.2)
4: Ivan Nova (0.4)
5: Phil Hughes (1.5)
Setup: David Robertson (1.7)
Closer: Mariano Rivera (0.4)
Total WAR: 14.7
NEW YORK YANKEESPitching
Manager: Joe Girardi
Overview: Everything is exactly the same, except that
Sabathia, Rivera and Pettitte are all healthy to start the
season. When Michael Pineda becomes healthy enough to
pitch, the rotation will become very deep. The only
subtraction to the bullpen was Rafael Soriano, but the
return of Rivera should make it unnoticeable. Once again,
no one on this team is getting younger, so watch the
possible decline of some of the pitching, other than that
this is the strong point of the team.
The Ace: C.C. Sabathia
W-L: 17-7
ERA: 3.39
Ks:213ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Matt Wieters (3.2)
1B: Chris Davis (1.3)
2B: Brian Roberts (-1.1)
SS: J.J. Hardy (3.0)3B: Manny Machado (1.5)
LF: Nate McLouth (0.3)
CF: Adam Jones (3.4)
RF: Nick Markakis (1.5)
DH: Wilson Betemit (0.6)
Total WAR: 13.7
BALTIMORE ORIOLESOffense
2012: 93-69
Overview: They need Markakis to play a full
season and Machado to have a breakout season,
then that might cover up the fact that they
signed no one in the off season. The offense is
still very young and will have streaks of hot and
cold, management is banking on it being morehot than cold.
The Bat: Adam Jones
BA: .287
HR: 29
RBI: 92ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Wei-Yin Chen (2.5)
2: Jason Hammel (2.8)3: Miguel Gonzalez (2.9)
4: Chris Tillman (1.5)
5: Zach Britton (0.0)
Setup: Pedro Strop (2.4)
Closer: Jim Johnson (2.3)
Total WAR: 14.4
BALTIMORE ORIOLESPitching
Manager: Buck Showalter
Overview: This is a solid rotation, however almost
everyone in it is unproven or has not been in the
league very long. They need everyone to pitch better
than expected, especially Britton (who was once a big-
time prospect). If/when Dylan Bundy gets called up, it
will be interesting to see how long of a leash is on him.
If he can make a difference for the club, they should
be in the postseason.
The Ace: Jim Johnson
W-L: 3-2
SV: 40
ERA: 2.83ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Jarrod Saltalamacchia (1.2)
1B: Mike Napoli (1.4)
2B: Dustin Pedroia (4.6)
SS: Stephen Drew (-0.6)3B: Will Middlebrooks (1.1)
LF: Jonny Gomes (1.6)
CF: Jacoby Ellsbury (0.8)
RF: Shane Victorino (2.3)
DH: David Ortiz (2.9)
Total WAR: 15.9
BOSTON RED SOXOffense
2012: 69-93
Overview: They made a lot of acquisitions to help
bolster their lineup, but Victorino is 32 and his
speed will be decreasing. Napolis hip is a
question mark, and Drew hasnt hit since 2010. A
comeback year by Ellsbury and Ortiz, along with
the improvement of Middlebrooks should stillmake this offense above average.
The Bat: Dustin Pedroia
BA: .293
HR: 17
RBI: 70ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Jon Lester (0.4)
2: Ryan Dempster (3.6)
3: Clay Buchholz (0.8)
4: Felix Doubront (0.0)
5: John Lackey (-2.1)*
Setup: Andrew Bailey (-0.6)
Closer: Joel Hanrahan (1.2)
Total War: 3.3
BOSTON RED SOXPitching
Manager: John Farrell
Overview: They statistically have the worst
pitching staff in the AL East. However, they did
bring pitching expert John Farrell back to manage
the team. Everyone on the team is coming off a
bad year, except Dempster, who didnt fare too
well in Texas and will be 36 this season. It couldbe a long season unless they pull off a trade.
*2011
The Ace: Jon Lester
W-L: 14-11
ERA: 3.95
Ks:185ESPN Projection
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Standings
1. Detroit Tigers (51.6)
2. Cleveland Indians (24.3)
3. Kansas City Royals (22.8)
4. Chicago White Sox (31.2)
5. Minnesota Twins (12.9)
AL CENTRALOverview
MVP: Miguel Cabrera
The man just had the first triple
crown in 50 years, theres a good
chance he does it again this year.
Cy Young:Justin Verlander
He without question the best pitcher
in the game. What he did last year
was considered an off-year.
Division Statement: Detroit will win, period. The
teams in 2-4, can be arranged in any order, but
Cleveland gets 2nd place for the offensive upgrade in
the off-season. The Twins should be relevant by
2014, once there deep farm system starts getting
called up.
*Wild Card
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Alex Avila (2.2)
1B: Prince Fielder (4.5)
2B: Omar Infante (2.5)
SS: Jhonny Peralta (0.9)3B: Miguel Cabrera (6.9)
LF: Andy Dirks (2.1)
CF: Austin Jackson (5.3)
RF: Torii Hunter (5.5)
DH: Victor Martinez (2.9)*
Total WAR: 32.8
DETROIT TIGERSOffense
2012: 88-74
Overview: They added Hunter as a upgrade fromDelmon Young and Martinez is returning from an
ACL injury. Thats on top of the fact that they
have the MVP in Cabrera and slugger Prince
Fielder. This is one of the best offenses in
baseball.
The Bat: Miguel Cabrera
BA: .336
HR: 39
RBI: 127ESPN Projection*2011
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Justin Verlander (7.5)
2: Max Scherzer (4.0)
3: Doug Fister (3.1)
4: Anibal Sanchez (2.6)
5: Rick Porcello (1.3)
Setup: Phil Coke (0.3)
Closer: Bruce Rondon (N/a)
Total War: 18.8
DETROIT TIGERSPitching
Manager: Jim Leyland
Overview: They have Justin Verlander, and that
should be enough to win 100 games. Okay, Im
joking. There rotation is solid 1-5, it will be a
matter of the bullpen. Can Phil Coke replicate
the playoff magic? Will Bruce Rondon (MLB
debut) be able to close games? If he cant Ibelieve they will trade for a closer. Either way
they will push 100 wins.
The Ace: Justin Verlander
W-L: 20-7
ERA: 2.96
Ks:
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Carlos Santana (3.8)
1B: Nick Swisher (3.5)
2B: Jason Kipnis (3.7)
SS: Asdrubal Cabrera (3.0)3B: Lonnie Chisenhall (0.1)
LF: Michael Brantley (2.9)
CF: Michael Bourn (6.0)
RF: Drew Stubbs (-0.2)
DH: Mark Reynolds (-0.1)
Total WAR: 22.7
CLEVELAND INDIANSOffense
2012: 68-94
Overview: They added $117 million in offseasonacquisitions, bringing in (most notably) Swisher
and Bourn. Their lineup has mass amounts of
flexibility as they also upgraded their bench.
They should lead the American League in stolen
bases and have one of the best defensive
outfields.
The Bat: Nick Swisher
BA: .271
HR: 24
RBI: 90ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Ubaldo Jimenez (-1.0)
2: Justin Masterson (0.0)
3: Brett Myers (0.8)
4: Zach McAllister (-0.5)
5: Trevor Bauer (-0.3)
Setup: Vinnie Pestano (2.1)
Closer: Chris Perez (0.5)
Total War: 1.6
CLEVELAND INDIANSPitching
Manager: Terry Francona
Overview: The Indians season rests on the
starting pitching. They need Jimenez and
Masterson to regain some of their old forms.
Bauer should be in the rotation early on in the
season. The bullpen has depth, depth, and more
depth. Francona should be able to help the
pitching, just with his presence. Also, it cant get
any worse than last.
The Ace: Vinnie Pestano
Holds: 26
ERA: 3.04
Ks:
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Salvador Perez (2.8)
1B: Eric Hosmer (-0.7)
2B: Chris Getz (0.4)
SS: Alcides Escobar (3.2)3B: Mike Moustakas (2.9)
LF: Alex Gordon (6.2)
CF: Lorenzo Cain (1.9)
RF: Jeff Francoeur (-2.7)
DH: Billy Butler (2.9)
Total WAR: 16.9
KANSAS CITY ROYALSOffense
2012: 72-90
Overview: The Royals are banking on theimprovement of their young players, like Hosmer
and Moustakas. They traded Wil Myers (their
best hitting prospect) for pitching, so they believe
that the offense is good enough.
The Bat: Billy Butler
BA: .320
HR: 27
RBI: 107ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: James Shields (2.2)
2: Ervin Santana (-1.5)
3: Jeremy Guthrie (1.3)
4: Bruce Chen (0.0)
5: Wade Davis (1.4)
Setup: Aaron Crow (0.8)
Closer: Greg Holland (1.7)
Total War: 5.9
KANSAS CITY ROYALSPitching
Manager: Ned Yost
Overview: Shields has the stuff to be a Cy Young
contender. Santana follows every bad year with a
good one and hes coming off a bad year. The
bullpen is a little iffy, but young. This pitching
staff is the best the Royals have had in 10+ years.
If both the offense and pitching come together,
they should push for a Wild Card spot.
The Ace: James Shields
W-L: 14-12
ERA: 3.60
Ks: 216ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Tyler Flowers (1.0)
1B: Paul Konerko (1.4)
2B: Gordon Beckham (0.3)
SS: Alexei Ramirez (2.2)3B: Jeff Keppinger (2.4)
LF: Dayan Viciedo (0.6)
CF: Alejandro De Aza (2.1)
RF: Alex Rios (4.2)
DH: Adam Dunn (0.9)
Total WAR: 15.1
CHICAGO WHITE SOXOffense
2012: 85-77
Overview: I didnt believe this team could winlast year, but they did. However, they didnt
change my mind as I still dont think they will win
this year either. They didnt really add to the
offense. This will also be the first time since 2004
that A.J. Pierzyniski will not man the backstop.
Then again, they fooled me last year.
The Bat: Paul Konerko
BA: .295
HR: 29
RBI: 92ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Jake Peavy (5.0)
2: Chris Sale (5.8)
3: John Danks (-0.3)
4: Gavin Floyd (2.3)
5: Jose Quintana (2.3)
Setup: Matt Thornton (1.1)
Closer: Addison Reed (-0.1)
Total War: 16.1
CHICAGO WHITE SOXPitching
Manager: Robin Ventura
Overview: They have a great 1-2 punch in Peavy
and Sale. Sale will be a Cy Young winner at some
point in his career. 3-5 have questions. I dont
think Reed is their Closer of the Future. They
also dont have A.J. Pierzyniski to call their games
any more. That might be a bigger issue than any
thing else.
The Ace: Chris Sale
W-L: 15-8
ERA: 3.37
Ks: 203ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Joe Mauer (4.1)
1B: Justin Morneau (0.9)
2B: Jamey Carroll (3.1)
SS: Pedro Florimon (0.8)3B: Trevor Plouffe (0.9)
LF: Josh Willingham (2.9)
CF: Aaron Hicks (N/a)
RF: Chris Parmelee (-0.6)
DH: Ryan Doumit (1.0)
Total WAR: 11.1
MINNESOTA TWINSOffense
2012: 66-96
Overview: The Twins are relying on their mass depthin the minors (ranked in the top 10 in many lists).
Until we start seeing what those players will turn out
to be, we will have to deal with what the team has
now. Dont get me wrong, Mauer and Willingham
are nice pieces, but until they have more proven
players on the team, they will be bottom feeders.
The Bat: Joe Mauer
BA: .310
HR: 12
RBI: 80ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Vance Worley (0.7)
2: Brian Duensing (-1.3)
3: Scott Diamond (2.2)
4: Kevin Correia (-0.1)
5: Liam Hendriks (-1.2)
Setup: Alex Burnett (0.3)
Closer: Glen Perkins (1.2)
Total War: 1.8
MINNESOTA TWINSPitching
Manager: Ron Gardenhire
Overview: They traded for Worley, but he is an
average pitcher at best. The rotation is much like
the lineup, unproven. The problem is unlike the
lineup, dont really have any pitching depth in the
minors. I dont see them contending this year,
however next year they could be competitive.
The Ace: Vance Worley
W-L: 9-9
ERA: 3.75
Ks: 139ESPN Projection
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Standings
1. Los Angeles Angels (41.3)
2. Oakland Athletics (32.8)*
3. Texas Rangers (33.7)
4. Seattle Mariners (23.6)
5. Houston Astros (8.1)
AL WESTOverview
MVP:Albert Pujols
I know that Mike Trout is on the
same team, but with both Trout
and Hamilton in the lineup, the
pressure wont be on the Machine
to preform.
Cy Young: Felix Hernandez
King Felix was just given the largest
pitching contract for a reason.
Division Statement: I have the strangest feeling the
As are going to end up winning the division again.
The Angeles just have so much talent. The Rangers
just sat around this off-season and did nothing.
Dont be surprised if the Mariners jump them.
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Chris Iannetta (1.2)
1B: Albert Pujols (4.6)
2B: Howard Kendrick (2.7)
SS: Erick Aybar (4.0)3B: Alberto Callaspo (3.2)
LF: Mike Trout (10.7)
CF: Peter Bourjos (1.1)
RF: Josh Hamilton (3.3)
DH: Mark Trumbo (2.3)
Total WAR: 33.1
LOS ANGELES ANGELSOffense
2012: 89-73
Overview: They added Hamilton to a lineup thatalready includes Pujols and Trout. Which means they
have essentially 3 guys that could win the MVP. They
have more than just those 3 also. Remember this
team didnt take off last year until Trout was called
up. This year he is going to play from the beginning.
The Bat: Mike Trout
BA: .285
HR: 22
RBI: 69ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Jered Weaver (3.7)
2: C.J. Wilson (0.4)
3: Tommy Hanson (-0.9)
4: Joe Blanton (-0.1)
5: Jason Vargas (2.7)
Setup: Scott Downs (0.4)
Closer: Ryan Madson (2.0)*
Total War: 8.2
LOS ANGELES ANGELSPitching
Manager: Mike Scioscia
Overview: Weaver and Wilson will be solid for
them. The rest of the pitching is suspect. They
traded Dan Haren and let Zach Greinke go in free
agency, but they didnt replace them. They
traded for Hanson, but he is coming off a down
year. Their biggest move was signing closer Ryan
Madson, but he hasnt pitched since 2011.
The Ace: Jered Weaver
W-L: 18-7
ERA: 3.19
Ks: 181ESPN Projection*2011
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Lineup (WAR)
C: John Jaso (3.3)
1B: Brandon Moss (1.9)
2B: Scott Sizemore (1.3)*
SS: Hiroyuki Nakajima (N/a)3B: Jed Lowrie (2.1)
LF: Yoenis Cespedes (3.4)
CF: Coco Crisp (2.7)
RF: Josh Reddick (4.5)
DH: Seth Smith (1.4)
Total WAR: 20.6
OAKLAND ATHLETICSOffense
2012: 94-68
Overview: This is the raggyist-taggyist group everassembled. Last year I thought they were a shoe in to
lose 100 games. I guess moneyball does work. I
wouldnt be surprised if the win the division.
The Bat: Josh Reddick
BA: .254
HR: 25
RBI: 76ESPN Projection*2011
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Brett Anderson (0.9)
2: Jarrod Parker (3.7)
3: Tommy Milone (1.9)
4: Dan Straily (0.4)
5: A.J. Griffin (2.0)
Setup: Sean Doolittle (0.7)
Closer: Ryan Cook (2.6)
Total War: 12.2
OAKLAND ATHLETICSPitching
Manager: Bob Melvin
Overview: They have one of the better parks for
pitchers and they all definitely know how to pitch
there. This rotation is young and inexperienced,
but the again so was last years. So I expect it to
progress more.
The Ace: Jarrod Parker
W-L: 15-8
ERA: 3.56
Ks: 165ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: A.J. Pierzyniski (2.6)
1B: Mitch Moreland (0.2)
2B: Ian Kinsler (2.0)
SS: Elvis Andrus (3.4)
3B: Adrian Beltre (6.6)
LF: David Murphy (3.2)
CF: Leonys Martin (-0.2)
RF: Nelson Cruz (0.1)
DH: Lance Berkman (0.5)Total WAR: 18.4
TEXAS RANGERSOffense
2012: 93-69
Overview: They lost Josh Hamilton to the Angels andtraded Michael Young to the Phillies, but they are
hoping that Jurickson Profar and Mike Olt will play to
their mega potential. Profar is the #1 prospect, so
they are going to slowly bring him along. The offense
is still virtually the same, and in their ballpark they
should still put up runs. Expectations should still betempered though.
The Bat: Adrian Beltre
BA: .313
HR: 34
RBI: 107ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Derek Holland (1.7)
2: Yu Darvish (4.0)
3: Matt Harrison (6.2)
4: Alexi Ogando (1.5)
5: Martin Perez (-0.2)
Setup: Joakim Soria (0.2)*
Closer: Joe Nathan (1.9)
Total War: 15.3
TEXAS RANGERSPitching
Manager: Ron Washington
Overview: Their rotation is young and all are
locked up to long-term contracts. Their top 3 is
very solid, however it depends on how Holland
preforms this season. They need him to harness
in all his stuff. The bullpen is solid, with the
addition of Soria. Pitching might actually be the
strength of this team for once.
The Ace: Yu Darvish
W-L: 15-8
ERA: 3.22
Ks: 223ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Jesus Montero (-0.3)
1B: Justin Smoak (-0.5)
2B: Dustin Ackley (2.5)
SS: Brendan Ryan (3.3)
3B: Kyle Seager (2.6)
LF: Michael Morse (0.6)
CF: Franklin Gutierrez (0.3)
RF: Michael Saunders (2.1)
DH: Kendrys Morales (1.9)Total WAR: 12.5
SEATTLE MARINERSOffense
2012: 75-87
Overview: They added Morse and Morales to givetheir offense more, well, offense. They also moved in
the outfield walls in which should in turn increase the
offense. Jesus Montero is primed to have his break
out season. This offense is young and has a lot of
potential. They could fight for the last Wild Card
spot.
The Bat: Michael Morse
BA: .292
HR: 25
RBI: 79ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Felix Hernandez (4.6)
2: Hisashi Iwakuma (1.9)
3: Joe Saunders (1.3)
4: Erasmo Ramirez (0.6)
5: Blake Beavan (0.8)
Setup: Carter Capps (0.1)
Closer: Tom Wilhelmsen (1.8)
Total War: 11.1
SEATTLE MARINERSPitching
Manager: Eric Wedge
Overview: They have King Felix (if only they could
score some runs for him). Unfortunately they
traded away a lot of their pitching for offense.
Luckily they have some of the best pitching
prospect in the league. The sooner those guys
get called up, the better.
The Ace: Felix Hernandez
W-L: 14-10
ERA: 3.01
Ks: 223ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Juan Castro (1.3)
1B: Carlos Pena (0.4)
2B: Jose Altuve (1.3)
SS: Tyler Greene (-0.6)
3B: Matt Dominguez (0.5)
LF: Chris Carter (0.9)
CF: Justin Maxwell (2.3)
RF: Fernando Martinez (-0.4)
DH: Brett Wallace (-0.4)Total WAR: 5.3
HOUSTON ASTROSOffense
2012: 55-107
Overview: Houston has a major league team? It isvery hard to distinguish this team form a Triple A
team. Jose Altuve is the most known Astro and still
no one knows who he is. This team has a long way to
go to be relevant again. All their big prospects are
still awhile from reaching the majors.
The Bat: Jose Altuve
BA: .279
HR: 6
RBI: 39ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Bud Norris (1.2)
2: Lucas Harrell (2.8)
3: Jordan Lyles (-0.9)
4: Philip Humber (-1.1)
5: Erik Bedard (-0.8)
Setup: Wesley Wright (1.1)
Closer: Jose Veras (0.5)
Total War: 2.8
HOUSTON ASTROSPitching
Manager: Bo Porter
Overview: The pitching might be worse than theoffense. They have Norris and Harrell and those
two are average best. Their closer (Veras), has
never been a closer in his career, but then again
he wont need to save many games for them.
The Ace: Lucas Harrell
W-L: 11-13
ERA: 3.83
Ks: 133ESPN Projection
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WAR Rankings
Offense Rankings1. Los Angeles Angels (33.1)
2. Detroit Tigers (32.8)
3. Cleveland Indians (22.7)
4. Toronto Blue Jays (22.3)
5. Oakland Athletics (20.6)6. Texas Rangers (18.4)
7. Kansas City Royals (16.9)
8. Tampa Bay Rays (16.1)
9. Boston Red Sox (15.9)
10. Chicago White Sox (15.1)
11. New York Yankees (14.3)
12. Baltimore Orioles (13.7)
13. Seattle Mariners (12.5)
14. Minnesota Twins (11.1)
15. Houston Astros (5.3)
Pitching Rankings1. Detroit Tigers (18.8)
2. Chicago White Sox (16.1)
3. Tampa Bay Rays (15.9)
4. Texas Rangers (15.3)
5. New York Yankees (14.7)6. Baltimore Orioles (14.4)
7. Oakland Athletics (12.2)
8. Toronto Blue Jays (11.4)
9. Seattle Mariners (11.1)
10. Los Angeles Angels (8..2)
11. Kansas City Royals (5.9)
12. Boston Red Sox (3.3)
13. Houston Astros (2.8)
14. Minnesota Twins (1.8)
15. Cleveland Indians (1.6)
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Standings
1. Washington Nationals (39.5)
2. Atlanta Braves (30.1)*
3. Philadelphia Phillies (16.9)
4. New York Mets (16.9)5. Miami Marlins (16.2)
NL EASTOverview
MVP: Giancarlo Stanton
Hes playing angry this year. He
already has the potential to hit 50
home runs, and he is the only real
threat on Miami
Cy Young: Stephen Strasburg
No innings limit this year,
consequently no strike out limit either
Division Statement: The Nationals and Braves will be
fighting for the division all year, but Washington has
the better pitching so they get the nod. If the
Phillies big 3 come to play this year they could also
make it interesting.
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Wilson Ramos (0.4)
1B: Adam LaRoche (4.0)
2B: Danny Espinosa (2.4)
SS: Ian Desmond (3.2)
3B: Ryan Zimmerman (3.8)
LF: Bryce Harper (5.0)
CF: Denard Span (4.8)
RF: Jayson Werth (0.4)
Total WAR: 24.0
WASHINGTON NATIONALSOffense
2012: 98-64
Overview: Will Bryce Harper break out this year?Heck, if he has even minimal improvement he will still
be an All-star. Their entire team has legit Major
leaguers at every position, they are the best team in
National League and will be for years to come.
The Bat: Bryce Harper
BA: .266
HR: 27
RBI: 93ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Gio Gonzalez (4.5)
2: Stephen Strasburg (2.7)
3: Jordan Zimmerman (4.4)4: Dan Haren (-0.6)
5: Ross Detwiler (1.6)
Setup: Tyler Clippard (0.3)
Closer: Rafael Soriano (2.6)
Total War: 15.5
WASHINGTON NATIONALSPitching
Manager: Davey Johnson
Overview: When a guy wins 21 games (Gonzalez)and still isnt considered your best pitcher, you
know you have a good pitching staff. Strasburg,
supposedly has no innings limit on him this year,
so the sky is the limit for him. They also added
Dan Haren, who is coming off a rare bad year.
The bullpen rivals Atlanta's.
The Ace: Stephen Strasburg
W-L: 16-8
ERA: 3.17
Ks: 234ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Brian McCann (0.6)
1B: Freddie Freeman (2.1)
2B: Dan Uggla (2.7)
SS: Andrelton Simmons (2.8)
3B: Juan Francisco (0.2)
LF: Justin Upton (2.1)
CF: B.J. Upton (2.6)
RF: Jason Heyward (5.5)
Total WAR: 18.6
ATLANTA BRAVESOffense
2012: 94-68
Overview: Yall goin make me lose my mind, Uptonhere, Upton here. They also have budding superstar
Jason Heyward in the outfield too. The season will
come down to how well Simmons and Francisco can
play in replacing Martin Prado and Chipper Jones. A
bounce back season by McCann is needed. They still
have one of the best young offenses.
The Bat: Jason Heyward
BA: .261
HR: 30
RBI: 96ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Tim Hudson (1.3)
2: Kris Medlen (4.4)
3: Paul Maholm (1.9)4: Mike Minor (0.4)
5: Julio Teheran (-0.1)
Setup: Jonny Venters (0.4)
Closer: Craig Kimbrel (3.2)
Total War: 11.5
ATLANTA BRAVESPitching
Manager: Fredi Gonzalez
Overview: Beside Hudson they have a youngrotation with a lot of potential. If Teheran can
pitch up to his high potential, watch out. The
Braves also have the best bullpen in baseball, led
by the best closer in Kimbrel.
The Ace: Craig Kimbrel
Saves: 41
ERA: 1.99
Ks: 120ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Erik Kratz (1.4)
1B: Ryan Howard (-1.2)
2B: Chase Utley (2.9)
SS: Jimmy Rollins (2.3)
3B: Michael Young (-2.4)
LF: Domonic Brown (-1.0)
CF: Ben Revere (2.4)
RF: Delmon Young (-1.1)
Total WAR: 3.3
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIESOffense
2012: 81-81
Overview: If everyone on this team were 3 yearsyounger, it would be considered one of the best
lineups ever. Unfortunately age has taken its toll on
the Phillies, along with injuries. To make matters
worse Carlos Ruiz is out till late April, because of a 25
game suspension. Unless the Phillies invent a time
machine, the offense is going to be a long andwinding road.
The Bat: Ryan Howard
BA: .259
HR: 34
RBI: 108ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Roy Halladay (0.8)
2: Cliff Lee (4.2)3: Cole Hamels (4.2)
4: John Lannan (0.3)
5: Kyle Kendrick (1.3)
Setup: Mike Adams (1.2)
Closer: Jonathan Papelbon (1.6)
Total War: 13.6
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIESPitching
Manager: Charlie Manuel
Overview: If Cliff Lee ends this season with 6wins, I can guarantee they wont be a .500 team.
They also need Halladay, who was the best
pitcher in the game for the previous 4 years, to
return to form after an injury plagued 2012. If
the Big 3 in the rotation return to what they did
in 2011, they will be in the playoffs again. I
expect more of a middling, where they improve
from last year, but arent close to 2011 form.
The Ace: Cole Hamels
W-L: 17-8
ERA: 3.24
Ks: 207ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: John Buck (0.4)
1B: Ike Davis (0.7)
2B: Daniel Murphy (1.2)
SS: Ruben Tejada (1.9)
3B: David Wright (6.7)
LF: Lucas Duda (-1.4)
CF: Kirk Nieuwenhuis (0.0)
RF: Mike Baxter (0.3)
Total WAR: 9.8
NEW YORK METSOffense
2012: 74-88
Overview: The Mets have made significant progresstowards rebuilding, however it wont be enough to
contend this year. Travis d'Arnaud is a big time
catching prospect who should get an early season call
up. The Mets are still lacking in the outfield and
middle infield.
The Bat: David Wright
BA: .287
HR: 27
RBI: 100ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Johan Santana (0.0)
2: Jonathon Niese (3.1)3: Shaun Marcum (1.3)
4: Matt Harvey (1.5)
5: Dillon Gee (0.7)
Setup: Bobby Parnell (1.2)
Closer: Frank Francisco (-0.7)
Total War: 7.1
NEW YORK METSPitching
Manager: Terry Collins
Overview: This is a very underrated rotation,Santana was not fully healthy last year and
should be ready to go this year. Niese is only
getting better. Marcum is a solid #3, in any
rotation and Harvey ceiling is extremely high.
They also have a big pitching prospect in Zach
Wheeler, who should could get called up sooner,
rather than later.
The Ace: Jonathan Niese
W-L: 13-11
ERA: 3.74
Ks: 163ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Rob Brantly (0.6)
1B: Logan Morrison (-0.2)
2B: Donovan Solano (0.7)
SS: Adeiny Hechavarria (0.0)
3B: Placido Polanco (0.3)
LF: Juan Pierre (1.9)
CF: Justin Ruggiano (2.4)
RF: Giancarlo Stanton (5.4)
Total WAR: 11.3
MIAMI MARLINSOffense
2012: 69-93
Overview: If you didnt hear, the Marlins only hadanother fire sale. But this one comes after a brand
new, tax payer financed $600 million stadium. The
fans are mad and who knows how few people will go
to games. The minor league system has depth, but
not many sure-fire prospects. Their best player
Giancarlo Stanton isnt too happy either.
The Bat: Giancarlo Stanton
BA: .278
HR: 42
RBI: 103ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Ricky Nolasco (1.5)
2: Henderson Alvarez (0.1)3: Jacob Turner (0.2)
4: Nate Eovaldi (1.1)
5: Wade LeBlanc (1.1)
Setup: Jon Rauch (0.0)
Closer: Steve Cishek (0.9)
Total War: 4.9
MIAMI MARLINSPitching
Manager: Mike Redmond
Overview: No true ace on the staff, Nolasco isabove-average at best. If Alvarez and Turner
pitch to their potential they could make for a
good looking top 3. The pitching is just to young
and will suffer through a lot of growing pains.
They have a lot of good pitching depth in the
minors, but it still a few years away.
The Ace: Ricky Nolasco
W-L: 12-12
ERA: 4.16
Ks: 140ESPN Projection
MVP: Ryan Braun
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Standings
1. Cincinnati Reds (43.9)
2. St. Louis Cardinals (31.7)*
3. Pittsburgh Pirates (22.0)
4. Milwaukee Brewers (27.1)5. Chicago Cubs (21.1)
NL CENTRALOverview
MVP: Ryan Braun
He hasnt finished lower than 2nd in
the MVP the last 2 years. Theres
no reason to believe any different
this year.
Cy Young:Johnny Cueto
The most underrated pitcher in the
MLB. He quietly won 19 games and
had a 2.78 ERA.
Division Statement: The Reds and Cardinals are
going to run away with this division. The Pirates just
want to reach .500. The Brewers have the offense,
but no pitching. The Cubs are the Cubs, so theyll
finish in last.
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Ryan Hanigan (1.7)
1B: Joey Votto (5.6)
2B: Brandon Phillips (3.5)
SS: Zack Cozart (2.3)
3B: Todd Frazier (1.9)
LF: Ryan Ludwick (1.7)
CF: Shin Soo Choo (3.1)
RF: Jay Bruce (1.4)
Total WAR: 21.2
CINCINNATI REDSOffense
2012: 97-65
Overview: Can Choo play centerfield or will Jay Brucehave to take over and if he does can he play
centerfield? The offense was near the bottom last
year, but a healthy Votto and a lead-off hitter in Choo
should improve it. Ridding themselves of strike-out
machine Drew Stubbs will also do wonders.
The Bat: Joey Votto
BA: .320
HR: 28
RBI: 98ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Johnny Cueto (5.8)
2: Mat Latos (4.1)3: Bronson Arroyo (3.3)
4: Homer Bailey (2.5)
5: Aroldis Chapman (3.6)
Setup: Sean Marshall (1.7)
Closer: Jonathan Broxton (1.7)
Total War: 22.7
CINCINNATI REDSPitching
Manager: Dusty Baker
Overview: If Chapman proves that he can be astarter, and not blow his arm out doing it, I
predict the Reds will win 100 games. If it fails,
they can easily move him back in the closer spot.
Luckily their bullpen is deep and wont suffer too
much with his move to the rotation. They also
have Cueto and Latos, both with Cy Young ability.
The Ace: Johnny Cueto
W-L: 18-7
ERA: 3.00
Ks: 169ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Yadier Molina (6.7)
1B: Allen Craig (2.2)
2B: Daniel Descalso (-0.2)SS: Ronny Cedeno (0.3)
3B: David Freese (3.6)
LF: Matt Holliday (3.8)
CF: Jon Jay (3.2)
RF: Carlos Beltran (3.6)
Total WAR: 23.4
ST. LOUIS CARDINALSOffense
2012: 88-74
Overview: Some experts are saying that the Cardinalshave the best offense in baseball, but I wouldnt go
that far. They do have one of the better offenses, but
until they find a good middle infield they wont
warrant the top spot from me. They do have a 2B
prospect ready for the call up and they also have
mega-prospect Oscar Taveras who eventually crackthe starting outfield.
The Bat: Matt Holliday
BA: .300
HR: 29
RBI: 104ESPN Projection
S LOUIS CA I ALS
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Adam Wainwright (1.0)
2: Jaime Garcia (0.6)3: Jake Westbrook (1.0)
4: Lance Lynn (2.0)
5: Shelby Miller (0.5)
Setup: Mitchell Boggs (1.8)
Closer: Jason Motte (1.4)
Total War: 8.3
ST. LOUIS CARDINALSPitching
Manager: Mike Matheny
Overview: They are loaded with young, MLBready pitching prospects. So much so, that if one
or two of the starters go down, they still would
be fine. However, it will hurt them that Chris
Carpenter has most likely pitched his last game.
The bullpen will also be solid for them again.
The Ace: Adam Wainwright
W-L: 16-12
ERA: 3.32
Ks: 197ESPN Projection
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Russell Martin (1.5)
1B: Garrett Jones (1.5)
2B: Neil Walker (2.5)SS: Clint Barmes (1.1)
3B: Pedro Alvarez (2.6)
LF: Starling Marte (1.0)
CF: Andrew McCutchen (7.0)
RF: Travis Snider (0.5)
Total WAR: 17.2
PITTSBURGH PIRATESOffense
2012: 79-83
Overview: Marte and McCutchen could one day formthe best outfield pair in the game. Their entire lineup
is really solid however, they dont have much depth.
If injuries occur it could be a long season. If Alvarez
could repeat last years home run total it would help
them out a lot. McCutchen seemed to tire down the
stretch so few more off days could be in order.
The Bat: Andrew McCutchen
BA: .299
HR: 27
RBI: 91ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: A.J. Burnett (1.9)
2: Wandy Rodriguez (1.7)3: James McDonald (0.6)
4: Jeff Karstens (0.6)
5: Francisco Liriano (-0.3)
Setup: Mark Melancon (-0.6)
Closer: Jason Grilli (0.9)
Total War: 4.8
PITTSBURGH PIRATESPitching
Manager: Clint Hurdle
Overview: They made a low-risk, high-rewardflyer on Liriano. If he can be half of what he used
to be they will look good, but he hasnt pitched
well since 2010. If he fails they have an all-world
pitching prospect in Gerrit Cole who is waiting in
the minors to take some ones spot. In the
bullpen Jason Grilli takes the closer role from JoelHanrahan who was traded to Boston in the
Offseason.
The Ace: A.J. Burnett
W-L: 13-12
ERA: 4.08
Ks: 175ESPN Projection
MILWAUKEE BREWERS
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Jonathan Lucroy (3.5)
1B: Alex Gonzalez (0.2)
2B: Rickie Weeks (-0.6)SS: Jean Segura (0.1)
3B: Aramis Ramirez (5.4)
LF: Ryan Braun (6.8)
CF: Carlos Gomez (2.3)
RF: Norichika Aoki (3.3)
Total WAR: 21.6
MILWAUKEE BREWERSOffense
2012: 83-79
Overview: This team can hit, and will hit even moreonce Corey Hart returns from knee surgery. If every
one can show improvements off last year, this offense
will be elite. If you didnt know, they had the best
run scoring offense in the NL last year. And as always
Ryan Braun is a monster.
The Bat: Ryan Braun
BA: .319
HR: 36
RBI: 111ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Yovani Gallardo (2.7)
2: Mike Fiers (1.6)3: Marco Estrada (1.4)
4: Chris Narveson (-0.3)
5: Wily Peralta (0.9)
Setup: Mike Gonzalez (0.4)
Closer: John Axford (-1.2)
Total War: 5.5
MILWAUKEE BREWERSPitching
Manager: Ron Roenicke
Overview: Gone are Zack Greinke and ShaunMarcum, both very legitimate starters. The Brewers
didnt add anything in the offseason to replace those
players either and dont have any prospects ready to
take their place as well. If the pitching behind
Gallardo shows that they can make up for their loss,
then the Brewers could be talking playoffs. If theypitch the way they are expected to pitch, the Brewer
will be watching from the couch in October.
The Ace: Yovani Gallardo
W-L: 16-9
ERA: 3.74
Ks: 206ESPN Projection
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Welington Castillo (1.2)
1B: Anthony Rizzo (2.2)
2B: Darwin Barney (4.7)SS: Starlin Castro (3.4)
3B: Ian Stewart (0.0)
LF: Alfonso Soriano (1.8)
CF: David DeJesus (1.6)
RF: Nate Schierholtz (0.8)
Total WAR: 15.7
CHICAGO CUBSOffense
2012: 61-101
Overview: Theo Epstein is slowly moving this team inthe right direction. Starlin Castro is a superstar in the
making (he is locked up till 2019). Castro and Barney
form one of the best middle infield defenses in the
league. Anthony Rizzo is 30 home runs waiting to
happen. However they just dont have enough pieces
to even push .500.
The Bat: Starlin Castro
BA: .296
HR: 13
RBI: 73ESPN Projection
CHICAGO CUBS
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Jeff Samardzija (1.6)
2: Edwin Jackson (1.7)3: Travis Wood (0.6)
4: Scott Feldman (0.0)
5: Carlos Villanueva (1.2)
Setup: Kyuji Fujikawa (N/a)
Closer: Carlos Marmol (0.3)
Total War: 5.4
CHICAGO CUBSPitching
Manager: Dave Sveum
Overview: I know what youre thinking, how can ateam that lost 101 games have a good rotation?
Well, once Matt Garza returns from injury, the Cubs
will have a decent front 3. Feldman and Villanueva
arent bums either. It all lies with the bullpen.
Carlos Marmol is way to inconsistent to be an every
day closer.
The Ace: Jeff Samardzija
W-L: 12-11
ERA: 3.74
Ks: 191ESPN Projection
NL CENTRALMVP: Matt Kemp
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Standings
1. San Francisco Giants (30.4)
2. Los Angeles Dodgers (33.2)
3. Arizona Diamondbacks (34.2)
4. San Diego Padres (19.0)5. Colorado Rockies (14.9)
NL CENTRALOverview
p
Remember what he did before he
got injured? Well, he healthy this
year.
Cy Young: Clayton Kershaw
The best pitcher not named Justin
Verlander. Its hard to believe hes
only 25
Division Statement: The Dodgers are either going to
be the best team in baseball or the season will blow
up in their faces. I think the Giants would prefer to
fly under the radar this season and quietly will win
the division. Every year Arizona either plays like a
title contender or a bottom feeder, who knows what
it will be this year.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Buster Posey (7.2)
1B: Brandon Belt (2.7)
2B: Marco Scutaro (2.0)SS: Brandon Crawford (2.3)
3B: Pablo Sandoval (2.0)
LF: Gregor Blanco (2.0)
CF: Angel Pagan (4.0)
RF: Hunter Pence (0.7)
Total WAR: 22.9
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTSOffense
2012: 94-68
Overview: Its simple either Buster Posey is healthyand they win the World Series or he gets injured and
they miss the playoffs. Everyone from last years
lineup is returning. They need Sandoval and Pence to
return to their normal .300 average and 20 home run
potential.
The Bat: Buster Posey
BA: .318
HR: 24
RBI: 98ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Matt Cain (3.6)
2: Madison Bumgarner (1.8)3: Ryan Vogelsong (1.8)
4: Tim Lincecum (-2.0)
5: Barry Zito (-0.2)
Setup: Jeremy Affeldt (0.7)
Closer: Sergio Romo (1.8)
Total War: 7.5
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTSPitching
Manager: Bruce Bochy
Overview: One of the best pitching staffs in themajor league. A bounce back season or at least a
season of improvement from former Cy Young
winner Tim Lincecum would make this staff elite.
There is no more Brian Wilson, so the bullpen will be
a little bit thinner than usual.
The Ace: Matt Cain
W-L: 17-8
ERA: 2.96
Ks: 194ESPN Projection
LOS ANGELES DODGERS
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Lineup (WAR)
C: A.J. Ellis (3.2)
1B: Adrian Gonzalez (3.3)
2B: Mark Ellis (2.4)SS: Hanley Ramirez (1.2)
3B: Luis Cruz (2.2)
LF: Carl Crawford (0.4)
CF: Matt Kemp (2.3)
RF: Andre Ethier (3.5)
Total WAR: 18.5
LOS ANGELES DODGERSOffense
2012: 86-76
Overview: We all know about the trades and the bigfree agents signings. They have now taken the over
first place in salary department. On the field they
need all these players to play to their MVP potential if
they want to make the playoffs. Remember, they
didnt make playoffs last year.
The Bat: Matt Kemp
BA: .297
HR: 33
RBI: 103ESPN Projection
LOS ANGELES DODGERS
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Clayton Kershaw (6.3)
2: Zach Greinke (3.3)3: Josh Beckett (0.8)
4: Chad Billingsley (1.5)
5: HyunJin Ryu (N/a)
Setup: Kenley Jansen (1.9)
Closer: Brandon League (0.9)
Total War: 14.7
LOS ANGELES DODGERSPitching
Manager: Don Mattingly
Overview: Zach Greinke is currently dealing withelbow inflammation, that tends to led to Tommy
John, that would be a serious setback. Luckily, they
have 8 starting pitcher on the rosters. Expect them
to trade starter to two to add depth to the lineup.
The bullpen is the only weak point on this team.
The Ace: Clayton Kershaw
W-L: 16-8
ERA: 2.71
Ks: 233ESPN Projection
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Miguel Montero (3.7)
1B: Paul Goldschmidt (3.1)
2B: Aaron Hill (4.6)SS: Cliff Pennington (1.6)
3B: Martin Prado (5.4)
LF: Jason Kubel (0.8)
CF: Adam Eaton (0.8)
RF: Cody Ross (1.6)
Total WAR: 21.6
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKSOffense
2012: 81-81
Overview: They traded Justin Upton to the Braves,but luckily they have plenty of outfield depth. Adding
Martin Prado gives them an infield that knows how to
hit. Paul Goldschmidt is primed for a big time
breakout year.
The Bat: Paul Goldschmidt
BA: .268
HR: 26
RBI: 89ESPN Projection
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Ian Kennedy (2.1)
2: Trevor Cahill (2.6)3: Wade Miley (3.3)
4: Brandon McCarthy (2.0)
5: Tyler Skaggs (-0.3)
Setup: David Hernandez (1.7)
Closer: J.J. Putz (1.2)
Total War: 12.6
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKSPitching
Manager: Kirk Gibson
Overview: They have very inconsistent pitching,however when they are on, they are one of the
better pitching staffs. They also have depth in the
minor league with some very good pitching
prospects. Heath Bell has a chance to redeem
himself as a middle reliever.
The Ace: Ian Kennedy
W-L: 16-9
ERA: 3.93
Ks: 189ESPN Projection
SAN DIEGO PADRES
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Nick Hundley (-0.6)
1B: Yonder Alonso (1.1)
2B: Logan Forsythe (0.7)SS: Everth Cabrera (1.5)
3B: Chase Headley (6.0)
LF: Carlos Quentin (1.4)
CF: Cameron Maybin (2.7)
RF: Will Venable (2.1)
Total WAR: 15.5
SAN DIEGO PADRESOffense
2012: 76-86
Overview: First off, who thought Chase Headleywould break out like this? The real question is will
they keep him or trade him for some prospects? If
they do decide to trade him, it would further
strengthen an all ready strong minor league system.
Moving in the fences at Petco will help Alonso more
than any one else. However, they just dont have thedepth at the major league level to contend just yet.
The Bat: Chase Headley
BA: .281
HR: 18
RBI: 76ESPN Projection
SAN DIEGO PADRES
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Edinson Volquez (0.7)
2: Clayton Richards (0.7)3: Jason Marquis (-1.5)
4: Eric Stults (1.8)
5: Tyson Ross (-1.2)
Setup: Luke Gregerson (1.8)
Closer: Houston Street (1.2)
Total War: 3.5
SAN DIEGO PADRESPitching
Manager: Bud Black
Overview: Put these pitchers in any other park andyou might questions the validity of the staff. Luckily
they pitch in Petco Park, but with the fences closer
how much will it change the dynamic of the park?
The Ace: Houston Street
SV: 31
ERA: 2.66
Ks: 52ESPN Projection
COLORADO ROCKIES
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Lineup (WAR)
C: Wilin Rosario (1.9)
1B: Todd Helton (0.0)
2B: Josh Rutledge (-0.2)SS: Troy Tulowitzki (0.3)
3B: Chris Nelson (-1.1)
LF: Carlos Gonzalez (1.3)
CF: Dexter Fowler (2.6)
RF: Michael Cuddyer (0.5)
Total WAR: 5.3
COLORADO ROCKIESOffense
2012: 64-98
Overview: They need Tulowitzki to fully return frominjury, Gonzalez to return to MVP form, Fowler to
keep improving, along with many other things. This
team with everything going right can have a very
dependable offense, however there are just too
many things that need to go right for that to happen.
The Bat: Troy Tulowitzki
BA: .301
HR: 30
RBI: 102ESPN Projection
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Rotation (WAR)
1: Jorge De La Rosa (-0.6)
2: Jhoulys Chacin (1.9)3: Juan Nicasio (0.5)
4: Drew Pomeranz (1.4)
5: Jeff Francis (1.5)
Setup: Matt Belisle (2.3)
Closer: Rafael Betancourt (2.6)
Total War: 9.6
COLORADO ROCKIESPitching
Manager: Walt Weiss
Overview: They have no true ace, Pomeranz has thebest potential, however he might only be a #2
pitcher when its all said a done. No pitcher for this
team last year pitched more than 120 innings. At
the end of the day, they might have the worst
pitching in the NL. No help is on the way from the
minors either.
The Ace: Rafael Betancourt
SV: 33
ERA: 3.20
Ks: 68ESPN Projection
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WAR Rankings
Offense Rankings1. Washington Nationals (24.0)2. St. Louis Cardinals (23.4)
3. San Francisco Giants (22.9)
4. Milwaukee Brewers (21.6)
4. Arizona Diamondbacks (21.6)
6. Cincinnati Reds (21.2)
7. Atlanta Braves (18.6)
8. Los Angeles Dodgers (18.5)
9. Pittsburgh Pirates (17.2)
10. Chicago Cubs (15.7)
11. San Diego Padres (15.5)12. Miami Marlins (11.3)
13. New York Mets (9.8)
14. Colorado Rockies (5.3)
15 Philadelphia Phillies (3 3)
Pitching Rankings1. Cincinnati Reds (22.7)2. Washington Nationals (15.5)
3. Los Angeles Dodgers (14.7)
4. Philadelphia (13.6)
5. Arizona Diamondbacks (12.6)
6. Atlanta Braves (11.5)
7. Colorado Rockies (9.6)
8. St. Louis Cardinals (8.3)
9. San Francisco Giants (7.5)
10. New York Mets (7.1)
11. Milwaukee Brewers (5.5)12. Chicago Cubs (5.4)
13. Miami Marlins (4.9)
14. Pittsburgh Pirates (4.8)
15 San Diego Padres (3 5)