Oct. 22, 2009

Our League of Champions early mock draft

By Eric Mack | Senior Fantasy Writer

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We hold our annual League of Champions mixed Rotisserie league draft throughout baseball's postseason. This will help you prepare early for the 2010 season.

It is a 12-team, 5x5 Rotisserie league with standard 23-man rosters, drafted by the analysts who won leagues on CBSSports.com.

Check out the results below.

Here is the draft lineup with the websites they represent and the leagues they won in 2009:

1. Eric Mack, CBSSports.com, Memorial Magazine Mock Draft
2. Alex Riethmiller, CBSSports.com, B.I.G.S. (dueling AL/NL-only H2H league)
3. Matthew Pouliot, Rotoworld.com, Krause Publications mock II
4. Lawr Michaels, CreativeSports.com, Tout Wars (AL-only)
5. Jeff Boggis, FantasySportsEmpires.com, Krause Publications mock I
6. Christopher Liss, Rotowire.com, Tout Wars (mixed)
7. Charlie Wiegert, Fanball.com, Defending champ and CBSSports.com NL-only
8. Scott White, CBSSports.com, CBSSports.com Earliest Roto Mock
9. Casey R. Fivecoat, Reader Entry and No. 1 podcast e-mailer
10. Brian Walton, CreativeSports.com, Tout Wars (NL-only)
11. Mike Gianella, Patton & Co, CBSSports.com AL-only
12. Sergio Gonzalez, CBSSports.com, CBSSports.com Early H2H Mock

Batting Categories
BA -- Batting Average
HR -- Home Runs
R -- Runs
RBI -- Runs Batted In
SB -- Stolen Bases

Pitching Categories
ERA -- Earned Run Average
K -- Strikeouts (Pitcher)
S -- Saves
W -- Wins
WHIP -- Walks + Hits / Inning

Draft Results
Round 1
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Pujols, Albert
2	Al Melchior	Bautista, Jose
3	Ed Gauna	Cabrera, Miguel
4	Dave Richard	Tulowitzki, Troy
5	Peter Madden	Braun, Ryan
6	Adam Moore	Kemp, Matt
7	Kevin Goodwin	Gonzalez, Adrian
8	Jeff Lippman	Ellsbury, Jacoby
9	Michael Hurcomb	Votto, Joey
10	Jeff Tobin	Cano, Robinson
11	Scott White	Granderson, Curtis
12	Bill Passonno	Pedroia, Dustin
Round 2
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Upton, Justin
2	Scott White	Kinsler, Ian
3	Jeff Tobin	Longoria, Evan
4	Michael Hurcomb	Reyes, Jose
5	Jeff Lippman	Ramirez, Hanley
6	Kevin Goodwin	Gonzalez, Carlos
7	Adam Moore	Halladay, Roy
8	Peter Madden	Teixeira, Mark
9	Dave Richard	Hamilton, Josh
10	Ed Gauna	Verlander, Justin
11	Al Melchior	Fielder, Prince
12	Jamey Eisenberg	McCutchen, Andrew
Round 3
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Kershaw, Clayton
2	Al Melchior	Lee, Cliff
3	Ed Gauna	Weaver, Jered
4	Dave Richard	Sabathia, CC
5	Peter Madden	Zimmerman, Ryan
6	Adam Moore	Hernandez, Felix
7	Kevin Goodwin	Hamels, Cole
8	Jeff Lippman	Lincecum, Tim
9	Michael Hurcomb	Beltre, Adrian
10	Jeff Tobin	Shields, James
11	Scott White	Wright, David
12	Bill Passonno	Holliday, Matt
Round 4
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Crawford, Carl
2	Scott White	Victorino, Shane
3	Jeff Tobin	Santana, Carlos
4	Michael Hurcomb	Lester, Jon
5	Jeff Lippman	Posey, Buster
6	Kevin Goodwin	Pence, Hunter
7	Adam Moore	Youkilis, Kevin
8	Peter Madden	Cruz, Nelson
9	Dave Richard	Price, David
10	Ed Gauna	Stanton, Mike
11	Al Melchior	Haren, Dan
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Rodriguez, Alex
Round 5
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Hanson, Tommy
2	Al Melchior	Berkman, Lance
3	Ed Gauna	Sandoval, Pablo
4	Dave Richard	Konerko, Paul
5	Peter Madden	Cain, Matt
6	Adam Moore	Weeks, Rickie
7	Kevin Goodwin	Gallardo, Yovani
8	Jeff Lippman	Young, Michael
9	Michael Hurcomb	Martinez, Victor
10	Jeff Tobin	Cabrera, Asdrubal
11	Scott White	Zobrist, Ben
12	Bill Passonno	Johnson, Josh
Round 6
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Mauer, Joe
2	Scott White	Napoli, Mike
3	Jeff Tobin	Gordon, Alex
4	Michael Hurcomb	Greinke, Zack
5	Jeff Lippman	Utley, Chase
6	Kevin Goodwin	McCann, Brian
7	Adam Moore	Bonifacio, Emilio
8	Peter Madden	Uggla, Dan
9	Dave Richard	Bruce, Jay
10	Ed Gauna	Rollins, Jimmy
11	Al Melchior	Bourn, Michael
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Phillips, Brandon
Round 7
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Morse, Michael
2	Al Melchior	Strasburg, Stephen
3	Ed Gauna	Upton, B.J.
4	Dave Richard	Beckett, Josh
5	Peter Madden	Choo, Shin-Soo
6	Adam Moore	Castro, Starlin
7	Kevin Goodwin	Andrus, Elvis
8	Jeff Lippman	Howard, Ryan
9	Michael Hurcomb	Jennings, Desmond
10	Jeff Tobin	Hosmer, Eric
11	Scott White	Kennedy, Ian
12	Bill Passonno	Hardy, J.J.
Round 8
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Romero, Ricky
2	Scott White	Lawrie, Brett
3	Jeff Tobin	Young, Chris
4	Michael Hurcomb	Butler, Billy
5	Jeff Lippman	Wilson, C.J.
6	Kevin Goodwin	Ackley, Dustin
7	Adam Moore	Avila, Alex
8	Peter Madden	Bumgarner, Madison
9	Dave Richard	Ramirez, Aramis
10	Ed Gauna	Jimenez, Ubaldo
11	Al Melchior	Weeks, Jemile
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Hart, Corey
Round 9
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Pineda, Michael
2	Al Melchior	Ethier, Andre
3	Ed Gauna	Kimbrel, Craig
4	Dave Richard	Markakis, Nick
5	Peter Madden	Hudson, Daniel
6	Adam Moore	Montero, Miguel
7	Kevin Goodwin	Zimmermann, Jordan
8	Jeff Lippman	Cabrera, Melky
9	Michael Hurcomb	Papelbon, Jonathan
10	Jeff Tobin	Wainwright, Adam
11	Scott White	Ortiz, David
12	Bill Passonno	Lind, Adam
Round 10
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Prado, Martin
2	Scott White	Latos, Mat
3	Jeff Tobin	Carpenter, Chris
4	Michael Hurcomb	Gardner, Brett
5	Jeff Lippman	Marcum, Shaun
6	Kevin Goodwin	Roberts, Ryan
7	Adam Moore	Axford, John
8	Peter Madden	Wieters, Matt
9	Dave Richard	Kendrick, Howard
10	Ed Gauna	Francoeur, Jeff
11	Al Melchior	Beltran, Carlos
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Montero, Jesus
Round 11
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Rivera, Mariano
2	Al Melchior	Putz, J.J.
3	Ed Gauna	Werth, Jayson
4	Dave Richard	Storen, Drew
5	Peter Madden	Wilson, Brian
6	Adam Moore	Suzuki, Ichiro
7	Kevin Goodwin	Bell, Heath
8	Jeff Lippman	Reynolds, Mark
9	Michael Hurcomb	Moore, Matt
10	Jeff Tobin	Swisher, Nick
11	Scott White	Soria, Joakim
12	Bill Passonno	Scherzer, Max
Round 12
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Jones, Adam
2	Scott White	Morrison, Logan
3	Jeff Tobin	Cuddyer, Michael
4	Michael Hurcomb	Hanrahan, Joel
5	Jeff Lippman	Ramirez, Alexei
6	Kevin Goodwin	Lee, Carlos
7	Adam Moore	Valverde, Jose
8	Peter Madden	Aybar, Erick
9	Dave Richard	Stubbs, Drew
10	Ed Gauna	Vogelsong, Ryan
11	Al Melchior	Escobar, Yunel
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Jeter, Derek
Round 13
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Madson, Ryan
2	Al Melchior	Molina, Yadier
3	Ed Gauna	Johnson, Kelly
4	Dave Richard	Martin, Russell
5	Peter Madden	Quentin, Carlos
6	Adam Moore	Heyward, Jason
7	Kevin Goodwin	Sanchez, Gaby
8	Jeff Lippman	Tabata, Jose
9	Michael Hurcomb	Walker, Neil
10	Jeff Tobin	Walden, Jordan
11	Scott White	Gordon, Dee
12	Bill Passonno	Garcia, Jaime
Round 14
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Cahill, Trevor
2	Scott White	Rodriguez, Francisco
3	Jeff Tobin	Cueto, Johnny
4	Michael Hurcomb	Davis, Ike
5	Jeff Lippman	Gonzalez, Gio
6	Kevin Goodwin	Peralta, Jhonny
7	Adam Moore	Freeman, Freddie
8	Peter Madden	Feliz, Neftali
9	Dave Richard	Hellickson, Jeremy
10	Ed Gauna	Abreu, Bobby
11	Al Melchior	Hudson, Tim
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Crisp, Coco
Round 15
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Boesch, Brennan
2	Al Melchior	Pagan, Angel
3	Ed Gauna	Marmol, Carlos
4	Dave Richard	Kipnis, Jason
5	Peter Madden	Young, Delmon
6	Adam Moore	Masterson, Justin
7	Kevin Goodwin	Santana, Ervin
8	Jeff Lippman	Fowler, Dexter
9	Michael Hurcomb	Maybin, Cameron
10	Jeff Tobin	Espinosa, Danny
11	Scott White	Morneau, Justin
12	Bill Passonno	Soto, Geovany
Round 16
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Jackson, Austin
2	Scott White	Morrow, Brandon
3	Jeff Tobin	Arencibia, J.P.
4	Michael Hurcomb	Garza, Matt
5	Jeff Lippman	Bailey, Andrew
6	Kevin Goodwin	Lewis, Colby
7	Adam Moore	Hill, Aaron
8	Peter Madden	Pena, Carlos
9	Dave Richard	Joyce, Matt
10	Ed Gauna	Ramos, Wilson
11	Al Melchior	Freese, David
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Encarnacion, Edwin
Round 17
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Liriano, Francisco
2	Al Melchior	Fister, Doug
3	Ed Gauna	Duda, Lucas
4	Dave Richard	Jones, Chipper
5	Peter Madden	Worley, Vance
6	Adam Moore	Ogando, Alexi
7	Kevin Goodwin	Hunter, Torii
8	Jeff Lippman	Bourjos, Peter
9	Michael Hurcomb	Buchholz, Clay
10	Jeff Tobin	Nova, Ivan
11	Scott White	Sanchez, Anibal
12	Bill Passonno	Billingsley, Chad
Round 18
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Desmond, Ian
2	Scott White	Beachy, Brandon
3	Jeff Tobin	Oswalt, Roy
4	Michael Hurcomb	Trout, Mike
5	Jeff Lippman	Jurrjens, Jair
6	Kevin Goodwin	Nathan, Joe
7	Adam Moore	Perez, Chris
8	Peter Madden	Roberts, Brian
9	Dave Richard	Holland, Derek
10	Ed Gauna	Danks, John
11	Al Melchior	Suzuki, Kurt
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Span, Denard
Round 19
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Rodriguez, Wandy
2	Al Melchior	Kubel, Jason
3	Ed Gauna	Rios, Alex
4	Dave Richard	Pierre, Juan
5	Peter Madden	Rasmus, Colby
6	Adam Moore	DeJesus, David
7	Kevin Goodwin	Belt, Brandon
8	Jeff Lippman	Jackson, Edwin
9	Michael Hurcomb	Motte, Jason
10	Jeff Tobin	Damon, Johnny
11	Scott White	Santos, Sergio
12	Bill Passonno	Headley, Chase
Round 20
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Dunn, Adam
2	Scott White	Luebke, Cory
3	Jeff Tobin	Dempster, Ryan
4	Michael Hurcomb	Kuroda, Hiroki
5	Jeff Lippman	Trumbo, Mark
6	Kevin Goodwin	Floyd, Gavin
7	Adam Moore	Moustakas, Mike
8	Peter Madden	Iannetta, Chris
9	Dave Richard	Lilly, Ted
10	Ed Gauna	Cordero, Francisco
11	Al Melchior	Beckham, Gordon
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Baker, Scott
Round 21
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Hernandez, Ramon
2	Al Melchior	Chacin, Jhoulys
3	Ed Gauna	Vazquez, Javier
4	Dave Richard	Perez, Salvador
5	Peter Madden	Leake, Mike
6	Adam Moore	Collmenter, Josh
7	Kevin Goodwin	Goldschmidt, Paul
8	Jeff Lippman	Street, Huston
9	Michael Hurcomb	Willingham, Josh
10	Jeff Tobin	Buehrle, Mark
11	Scott White	Alonso, Yonder
12	Bill Passonno	Capps, Matt
Round 22
Pick	Team	Player
1	Bill Passonno	Soriano, Rafael
2	Scott White	Viciedo, Dayan
3	Jeff Tobin	Smith, Seth
4	Michael Hurcomb	Drew, Stephen
5	Jeff Lippman	Mesoraco, Devin
6	Kevin Goodwin	Hundley, Nick
7	Adam Moore	Mayberry, John
8	Peter Madden	League, Brandon
9	Dave Richard	Betancourt, Rafael
10	Ed Gauna	Infante, Omar
11	Al Melchior	Francisco, Frank
12	Jamey Eisenberg	Farnsworth, Kyle
Round 23
Pick	Team	Player
1	Jamey Eisenberg	Furcal, Rafael
2	Al Melchior	Dickey, R.A.
3	Ed Gauna	Ruiz, Carlos
4	Dave Richard	Niemann, Jeff
5	Peter Madden	Pomeranz, Drew
6	Adam Moore	Bailey, Homer
7	Kevin Goodwin	Santana, Johan
8	Jeff Lippman	Matusz, Brian
9	Michael Hurcomb	Lucroy, Jonathan
10	Jeff Tobin	Saltalamacchia, Jarrod
11	Scott White	Pierzynski, A.J.
12	Bill Passonno	Nolasco, Ricky

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JJ: 'I feel great. No problems'
Josh Johnson, SP, MIA
2/13/2012

News: The Associated Press reports Marlins president of baseball operations Larry Beinfest said the team should be fully healthy heading into spring training. That includes ace Josh Johnson, who has been throwing off a mound after making only nine starts in 2011 because of right shoulder inflammation. "I feel great," Johnson said. "No problems. I haven't really been sore yet, and I've been letting it go." The Sports Xchange reported over the weekend that Johnson arrived to the team's spring training complex in Jupiter, Fla., on Feb. 9 and threw his first bullpen session of the year in Florida on Feb. 10.

Analysis: The fact we hear JJ talking about his promising progress is very encouraging. Now, he just has to avoid setbacks and stay healthy for an entire season. Fantasy owners do have to be aware of the risk of drafting him. Of course his potential makes it worth it, but JJ has made it past 30 starts just once in his career. Look to Johnson as more of a No. 2 Fantasy SP on Draft Day, but clearly he has the potential to be your ace if he can stay healthy.

Davis 'good to go' as camp nears
Ike Davis, 1B, NYM
2/13/2012

News: The New York Post reports Mets 1B Ike Davis said he is "good to go" as he arrived to spring training on Monday. Davis who missed most of last season with an ankle injury said he no longer thinks about his injury. He elected not to have surgery and chose to rehab the injury instead. “It’s great to know I’m training for a season rather than training to see if I can get back on the field or have to have surgery,” Davis said. “I’ve been fine for a while now, so it’s what I expected. But it’s good to finally hit on the field and get this under my belt.” Davis might see more at-bats this spring as he tries to make up for lost time. “I have more of a drive and a want this year,” Davis said. “I always had it, but I never really saw the other side, when the game isn’t there. I know to take it slow. I have to get back into the rhythm of playing, but I’ve got plenty of time. It’s going to come back.”

Analysis: We really hope Davis is past his ankle problems like he says he is because he is one of the Mets' top offensive players when active. As productive as he was before the injury last year, Davis is a potential bargain with a middle-to-late-round pick and will only move up the draft boards with a strong spring. Continue to track his progress.

Oswalt waiting to sign with Texas?
Roy Oswalt, SP, PHI
2/13/2012

News: The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Reds GM Walt Jocketty said he hasn't had contact with Roy Oswalt's agents in the last week, and Jocketty offered up his own opinion on the Oswalt sweepstakes. “I think he’s waiting for Texas to clear money,” Jocketty said.

Analysis: It's interesting to hear Jocketty say Oswalt wants to sign with Texas. At least it's a legit reason why the veteran right-hander hasn't signed with a team yet, despite being linked to the Reds and Cardinals. Oswalt is likely going to sign somewhere before the start of the 2012 season and should be in a rotation. Consider Oswalt more of a mid-to-late-round Fantasy pick on Draft Day. Don't forget about his chronic back problems.

Santana looks 'great' playing catch
Johan Santana, SP, NYM
2/13/2012

News: The Wall Street Journal reports Mets SP Johan Santana (shoulder) played catch from 175 feet Monday. Manager Terry Collins said Santana looked "great" and he hopes the left-hander will throw off a mound by the end of the week. “I think I’ll be on the mound Thursday or Friday and we’ll see where we’re at,” Santana told the New York Post. “But I’m making progress and finally getting into a routine that will take me all the way to spring training and the regular season.” Santana would like to be ready by opening day, but he doesn't consider it a critical date. “Time will tell if I get there,” Santana said. “We’ll see once I compete. I have to get some competition and see how my arm and whole body reacts to it. When I get on the mound soon, I should be fine when spring training starts. I’m worried more about my mechanics and delivery more than anything. That’s the point I’m at. My biggest concern will always be my health, but it’s just a matter of time. I just want to compete.”

Analysis: Collins' assessment of Santana sounds like cautious optimism. After all it was just catch. Santana has bigger hurdles to clear in hopes of pitching for the first time since the 2010 season. Santana is coming off a serious shoulder injury and who knows if he can return to the dominant arm he once was. Fantasy owners should bear in mind that Chien-Ming Wang, who underwent the same procedure, needed two years to make it back to the majors, so Santana could wind up providing far fewer than 25 starts -- which is the Mets' goal for the lefty this season. Because of the playing time risk, he is a late-round option in mixed leagues at best.

Braun ruling coming soon?
Ryan Braun, LF, MIL
2/13/2012

News: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports there is no indication that a ruling will be announced Monday regarding Ryan Braun's appeal of a 50-game suspension for testing positive for a banned substance. It appears the recommended guideline for a ruling will be extended.

Analysis: The entire baseball world want this issue to be put to bed, but it seems we might have to wait a little longer for a ruling. The Brewers remain upbeat about Braun's situation, but only time will tell what happens. If Braun avoids a suspension, then he remains a first-round Fantasy pick. If he is suspended 50 games, then he is going to tumble down draft boards a bit, but Braun would still be an early-round Fantasy selection based on potential once he becomes active.

Cespedes to bump Smith?
Seth Smith, RF, OAK
2/13/2012

News: Cuban defector Yoenis Cespedes and the Oakland Athletics have agreed to a $36 million, four-year contract. Agent Adam Katz confirmed Monday the sides had reached agreement, with details still to be finalized. Cespedes' arrival means the A's could eventually bump Seth Smith to designated hitter.

Analysis: We will have to wait and see what happens when Cespedes finally arrives at A's camp, but the speculation is that the A's outfield alignment will eventually be Josh Reddick in right field, Coco Crisp in center field and Cespedes in left, which is where Smith is currently penciled in as the starter. But the A's could use a rotation at DH, which would still allow Smith to see regular at-bats, if Cespedes doesn't have to begin the year in the minors, which remains an option as well. Smith struggles against left-handed pitchers, so he might still be in a platoon situation like he was with the Rockies. Smith remains more of a late-round Fantasy option on Draft Day.

Napoli's ankle still an issue
Mike Napoli, C, TEX
2/13/2012

News: ESPN.com reports Rangers catcher Mike Napoli said his injured left ankle is progressing, but he is still not 100 percent. Napoli turned his ankle in the World Series against the Cardinals last year. "I think I’m close," Napoli said. "I’m not really going to know until I get into the wear and tear of spring training and catching all the time. But I've been feeling good and getting better day by day." Napoli said he has been running on the ankle, and he is also hitting and throwing without pain. However, he is still concerned about how it will hold up with the constant squatting and baseball activity. "But I'm trying not to do that all the time so I'm not depending on that," Napoli said. "I'm working on getting my little muscles stronger."

Analysis: The Dallas Morning News reports GM Jon Daniels said exams by team physician Keith Meister said Napoli's ankle shows no structural damage, but Napoli is still experiencing soreness. "The fact he's still feeling it a few months later speaks to what he went through to play the rest of Game 6 and go back out for Game 7," Daniels said. "It was about as bad as it looked to the rest of us." You have to wonder if Napoli can't shake this injury if it will play into how much time he gets behind the plate. Nonetheless, if Napoli catches less that just means he will likely see more PT at DH and first base. The Rangers aren't going to take his bat out of the lineup. Napoli remains a top 5 Fantasy catcher on Draft Day.

Abreu to have to earn PT
Bobby Abreu, LF, LAA
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News: According to the Los Angeles Times, Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto told OF Bobby Abreu during a phone call on Monday that the veteran will be given every opportunity to earn playing time during the spring. With the offseason addition of Albert Pujols, Mark Trumbo and Kendrys Morales will vie with Abreu for at-bats at the DH spot in 2012. Dipoto also added that he does not plan on trading the 37-year-old. “Bobby is an Angel,” Dipoto said. “Right now, he fits on our 25-man roster, in our clubhouse, on our team. Where he is in eight weeks is predicated on how he’s playing and everyone’s health. We have some unknowns with the health of Kendrys and the progress of Mark, but we know Bobby is healthy. As I told him, if he swings the bat like he can, we’re going to find a way to play him.”

Analysis: Abreu played in just 28 games in the outfield last season so seeing time at DH is really the only way he is going to play consistently in 2012. Things don't look good for him at this point but if Morales is still unable to return from his broken ankle, he could end up platooning with Trumbo. Trumbo is also a candidate to be traded so keep an eye on the situation going forward. Abreu batted .253 with eight homers, 60 RBI and 21 stolen bases last season and would be a worthwhile pick in deeper mixed leagues if he sees everyday at-bats for the Angels.

M's to be careful with Kuo
Hong-Chih Kuo, P, SEA
2/13/2012

News: MLB.com reports Mariners RP Hong-Chih Kuo threw his first bullpen session of the spring on Sunday, but the team will proceed with caution with Kuo, who is coming off October elbow surgery. "We've got to keep an eye on him and work to keep him healthy and available for us," manager Eric Wedge said. "He was dominant a couple years ago. He's had some injuries in the past, but he feels good now. It's a great opportunity for him as well as so many others. But when you look at his upside and what he's capable of doing when he's healthy, we're hoping we can keep him there."

Analysis: Kuo definitely showed promise during his tenure with the Dodgers from 2005-11. However, he had a rocky career that was filled with arm injuries and inconsistencies. He won't close for Seattle, but the Mariners hope he can be a setup man for closer Brandon League. Kuo remains just a low-end Fantasy RP in leagues that use middle relievers.

Sherrill being held out as precaution
George Sherrill, RP, SEA
2/13/2012

News: MLB.com reports Mariners RP George Sherrill didn't throw his scheduled bullpen session Monday as a precaution, manager Eric Wedge said. Sherrill had a wrap on his elbow after practice. "We're going to give him a few extra days," Wedge said. "He has a lot of reps under his belt over the course of the years. Usually a guy who takes the ball and is left-handed, that often is the case when you've had success like he's had. We've got a long camp and one of the No. 1 reasons we're here is starting pitchers and making sure they're ready with starting out early in Japan. With the relievers, especially some of the veteran guys, we want to make sure we don't get them ready too quick."

Analysis: Sherrill went 3-1 with a 3.00 ERA last season for Atlanta. He bounced back after an awful 2010 and is expected to be a left-handed setup man for closer Brandon League. Sherill won't get many, if any save chances, so consider him nothing more than a low-end AL-only Fantasy RP.

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3	Adrian Gonzalez, BOS, 1B
4	Joey Votto, CIN, 1B
5	Carlos Santana, CLE, C
6	Prince Fielder, DET, 1B
7	Mark Teixeira, NYY, 1B
8	Mike Napoli, TEX, C
9	Michael Young, TEX, 3B
10	Lance Berkman, STL, RF
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1	Dustin Pedroia, BOS, 2B
2	Robinson Cano, NYY, 2B
3	Ian Kinsler, TEX, 2B
4	Ben Zobrist, TB, 2B
5	Rickie Weeks, MIL, 2B
6	Dan Uggla, ATL, 2B
7	Brandon Phillips, CIN, 2B
8	Chase Utley, PHI, 2B
9	Howard Kendrick, LAA, 2B
10	Ryan Roberts, ARI, 2B
All Rankings

1	Jose Bautista, TOR, RF
2	Evan Longoria, TB, 3B
3	David Wright, NYM, 3B
4	Adrian Beltre, TEX, 3B
5	Kevin Youkilis, BOS, 3B
6	Ryan Zimmerman, WAS, 3B
7	Pablo Sandoval, SF, 3B
8	Brett Lawrie, TOR, 3B
9	Michael Young, TEX, 3B
10	Alex Rodriguez, NYY, 3B
All Rankings

1	Troy Tulowitzki, COL, SS
2	Hanley Ramirez, MIA, SS
3	Jose Reyes, MIA, SS
4	Starlin Castro, CHC, SS
5	Asdrubal Cabrera, CLE, SS
6	Jimmy Rollins, PHI, SS
7	Elvis Andrus, TEX, SS
8	Emilio Bonifacio, MIA, SS
9	Derek Jeter, NYY, SS
10	Erick Aybar, LAA, SS
All Rankings

1	Carlos Santana, CLE, C
2	Alex Avila, DET, C
3	Brian McCann, ATL, C
4	Mike Napoli, TEX, C
5	Joe Mauer, MIN, C
6	Miguel Montero, ARI, C
7	Buster Posey, SF, C
8	Matt Wieters, BAL, C
9	Russell Martin, NYY, C
10	J.P. Arencibia, TOR, C
All Rankings

1	Jose Bautista, TOR, RF
2	Matt Kemp, LAD, CF
3	Jacoby Ellsbury, BOS, CF
4	Curtis Granderson, NYY, CF
5	Carlos Gonzalez, COL, LF
6	Justin Upton, ARI, RF
7	Andrew McCutchen, PIT, CF
8	Josh Hamilton, TEX, LF
9	Matt Holliday, STL, LF
10	Mike Stanton, MIA, RF
All Rankings

1	Michael Young, TEX, 3B
2	Paul Konerko, CHW, 1B
3	David Ortiz, BOS, DH
4	Billy Butler, KC, 1B
5	Edwin Encarnacion, TOR, DH
6	Josh Willingham, MIN, LF
7	Jason Kubel, ARI, LF
8	Johnny Damon, TB, DH
9	Adam Dunn, CHW, 1B
10	Bobby Abreu, LAA, LF
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1	Clayton Kershaw, LAD, SP
2	Roy Halladay, PHI, SP
3	Justin Verlander, DET, SP
4	Cliff Lee, PHI, SP
5	CC Sabathia, NYY, SP
6	Felix Hernandez, SEA, SP
7	Jered Weaver, LAA, SP
8	Cole Hamels, PHI, SP
9	Zack Greinke, MIL, SP
10	Tim Lincecum, SF, SP
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1	Craig Kimbrel, ATL, RP
2	Heath Bell, MIA, RP
3	Drew Storen, WAS, RP
4	John Axford, MIL, RP
5	Matt Moore, TB, SP
6	Jonathan Papelbon, PHI, RP
7	J.J. Putz, ARI, RP
8	Mariano Rivera, NYY, RP
9	Ryan Madson, CIN, RP
10	Brian Wilson, SF, RP
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