In their first year of existence, the Straphangers were in rebuilding mode. Is that rebuilding project ready to blossom? Probably not just yet, but the Sardines ought to be a lot better than last year's dismal 13th place finish. Fans will be looking forward to Cole Hamels, Fausto Carmona, and Ryan Braun leading this very young team for years to come.Shaky Keeper: Stephen Drew, shortstop. The Sardines have a very young team so they can afford to be patient with young prospects like Drew and Homer Bailey who normally wouldn't have found a place on more playoff-ready teams. It remains to be seen whether Drew develops into a useful player or fizzles out.
Surprise Castoff: Andruw Jones, outfielder. Jones is a hit or miss kind of player, and while he missed a lot this year, he still has a studly ceiling. Despite seemingly being in the league forever, Jones will only be 31 years old this April, so some team will take a chance with the slugger.
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