Fan Fanatic Sports Staff
Weekly Top 10: Hitters
1. Austin Kearns - Indians. Remember when he was a prized prospect? Don't expect more than a one good week at a time.
2. Kelly Johnson - Diamondbacks. I'd keep an eye on him. I didn't expect much pre season, but he's been very consistent so far. The one thing that will not last is the power numbers
3. Carlos Gonzalez - Rockies. I was high on him before the season, and am an even bigger believer now. This kid is legit.
4. Ryan Braun - Brewers. What can you say about the Hebrew Hammer. He's a stud, that's all.
5. Miguel Olivo - Rockies. If the Rockies didn't have Iannetta, I'd be all over him.
6. Dexter Fowler - Rockies. Very inconsistent, but he's still stealing bases.
7. Bobby Abreu - Angels. He may not be the prettiest looking athlete, but he's a proven, consistent run producer.
8. Robinson Cano - Yankees. Is this the year he wins the batting title? Me thinks yes
9. Ryan Theriot - Cubs. Poor man's David Eckstein my you know what. He's a far better player.
10. Adrian Gonzalez - Padres. Putting up the numbers prior to a trade?
Weekly Top 10: Pitchers
1. Ubaldo Jimenez - Rockies. It's nice to see he didn't fall off after the no hitter. Young stud putting it together
2. Jon Lester - Red Sox. If only he wasn't terrible to start the season every year. When on, one of the best lefties in the game. Look for him to keep it going now.
3. Tim Lincecum - Giants. Hands down best pitcher in the game.
4. Josh Johnson - Marlins. JJ has it going after a slow start
5. David Price - Rays. I don't mean to brag, but I did predict a breakout season for the youngster.
6. Francisco Rodriguez - Mets. Puts up good numbers, but I'd never trust him.
7. Matt Capps - Nationals. The save machine. I guess that is what happens when you have team play in a tone of close games.
8. Francisco Liriano - Twins. It's nice to see him healthy and return to form. Could be dominant again.
9. Barry Zito - Giants. I don't buy it. He's just too hittable.
10. Johan Santana - Mets. Maybe the Mets bullpen won't ruin his season again.
Early Season Pleasant Surprises:
Kelly Johnson - Diamondbacks. See above
Vernon Wells - Blue Jays. Here is where I have to eat crow. I killed him prior to the season. I was wrong. He obviously feels like he has something to prove
Mike Pelfrey - Mets. What a great start for a team that really needs a #2. Looks like he'll fill in nicely.
Brad Penny - Cardinals. Dave Duncan is the best pitching coach in the history of baseball. One of these days I'll get around to my article about his reclamation projects.
Matt Capps - Nationals. See above
Early Season Disasters a.k.a. The David "Big Papi" Ortiz portion of the blog:
David Ortiz - Red Sox. We all know about my hatred for Ortiz. He is done.
Trevor Hoffman - Brewers. I love the Hoff, but it looks like his days are almost done. Better keep an eye on LaTroy Hawkins
Carlos Zambrano - Cubs. If he's unhappy, anything could happen. Bad I mean
Chris Davis - Rangers. In order to stay in the bigs, you need to make consistent contact. It didn't help Justin Smoak was behind him.
Nate McClouth - Braves. This was not a good trade for the Braves. I was never a believer in the first place.
Jake Peavy - White Sox. Poor guy. He has no control right now. If he wasn't on the White Sox, I'd probably root for him.
Well, that's all for this week. See you next.
