2014 Starters Projections / Offseason Guesses

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Granted, its super early, but I can't help but already dream about next year. There's lots of debate about who would/could get traded and what next years team could look like. I'd like to see everyone's projections/beliefs on what will transpire without tearing into the nitty gritty too much. Hopefully someone has some interesting takes on next year's club.

 

1. Bourjos is traded. We net a #5 starter or SP Prospect 1-2 years away with #3/#4 potential. While he has had an injury laden year, I think he still has potential upside for teams to buy into. I think he has more trade value than Trumbo due to his other tools (speed, defense) and being cost-controlled.

2. Kendrick is traded. We net a #3/#4 starter. While Green may not be the superstar replacement we long for, I believe he is suitable.

 

1. Green (2B) - (1 or 2)

2. Calhoun (LF) - (1 or 2)

3. Trout (CF) - Hopefully what he's done grants him this spot next year.

4. Pujols (1B)

5. Hamilton (RF)

6. Trumbo (DH) - We know who he is now. He's not getting better, but he's still going to be cheaper, and will plate runs.

7. Conger © - Hopefully majority of the time over Ianetta, otherwise the bottom gets somewhat weak/unprotected.

8. Nelson (3B) - Probably the biggest hole on the field and in this position.

9. Aybar (SS)

 

4th OF: Shuck

 

Rotation:

1. Weaver

2. Wilson

3. Starter from Howie trade.

4. Vargas

5. Richards

Depth: SP from Bourjos trade.