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National League Central

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1. St. Louis Cardinals

Their depth is still staggering as they retool for another World Series run.

2. Pittsburgh Pirates

A fan base is craving for more October baseball.

3. Chicago Cubs

Joe Maddon being named manager and signing Jon Lester were two moves that put them in the right direction.

4. Milwaukee Brewers

A lot was going right for them last year, but they sputtered late and it doesn’t look any better for them this year.

5. Cincinnati Reds

Bogged down by a couple huge contracts could have the Reds looking to sell what assets they have. Continue reading →

National League East

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1. Washington Nationals

The best rotation in all of baseball has to get them to a World Series appearance.

2. New York Mets

With the return of Matt Harvey that puts the Mets in front for second place.

3. Miami Marlins

If Jose Fernandez was healthy from the start I would say the Marlins could push for the top Wild Card spot.

4. Atlanta Braves

A total upheaval with a new front office in place to prepare for the move to Cobb County.

5. Philadelphia Phillies

It will be an interesting season for them. Mainly to see how much they get for Howard, Utley and Hamels. Continue reading →

American League West

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1. Los Angeles Angels

Without a repeat of last years injury issues in their rotation, they should remain atop the division.

2. Seattle Mariners

An infusion of power supplied by Nelson Cruz puts the Mariners into a possible Wild Card spot.

3. Oakland Athletics

Their wild offseason has them seeing a lot of new faces, but that shouldn’t take them out of the postseason equation.

4. Texas Rangers

Losing Yu Darvish will hurt more than you think.

5. Houston Astros

It will be tough for them to finish at or above .500 this year. Continue reading →

American League Central

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1. Detroit Tigers

All the chips are pushed to the table to put a winner together.

2. Chicago White Sox

An impressive offseason will put Chicago into postseason contention.

3. Kansas City Royals

The loss of James Shields will hurt, but they are still contenders with that lineup and bullpen.

4. Cleveland Indians

They have some key pieces in place to surprise some in a possible Wild Card berth.

5. Minnesota Twins

Another year in transition for a franchise looking for some positives. Continue reading →

American League East

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1. Boston Red Sox

They have a nice blend of veterans and young talent, but they need better pitching.

2. Toronto Blue Jays

Their rotation is coming along with an even better lineup this year.

3. Baltimore Orioles

Injury concerns and a dormant offseason could hurt this up and coming group.

4. New York Yankees

The void left by Derek Jeter’s retirement will be noticeable from Opening Day.

5. Tampa Bay Rays

A new front office and manager, but they’ll try to win under the same philosophy. Continue reading →