World Series- Detroit Tigers defeat the San Francisco Giants- The Giants offense will benefit from the return of their catcher Buster Posey and the emergence of their young-slugger Brandon Belt. While their offense won’t be stellar, their pitching, which posted the 2nd best ERA in the MLB last season, will continue to thrive. As for the Tigers, I love the addition of Prince Fielder. Sure sliding Miguel Cabrera to 3B will give them some defensive woes, but opposing teams can no longer pitch around him. I think reigning AL MVP and CY Young recipient Justin Verlander will lead the team to a title.
AL MVP- Albert Pujols, 1B, L.A. Angels- This may seem like a popular pick but I think he pulls it off. People can hate Pujols all they want for ditching St. Louis, but I love his fit in L.A. Pujols will spend most of his time at first base, but Mike Scioscia will plug him in at DH to give him rest. When L.A. resurges this year, it's gonna be because of this guy.
AL ROY- Yu Darvish, SP, Texas Rangers- The highly-touted Japanese flamethrower will finally make his debut on American soil this season, and I think he’s an easy pick for ROY. He’s already a seasoned veteran with years of experience and I don’t see a deep crop of rookies that will compete with him.
AL CY YOUNG- Jered Weaver, SP, L.A. Angels- The Angels are gonna get a huge lift with the addition of Pujols, and I think Weaver will be one of the main beneficiaries. This past season Weaver had a career year, finishing with 18 wins and a 2.41 ERA, which was top 5 in the AL in both categories. This season he should break 20 wins for the first time in his career.
NL MVP- Justin Upton, RF, Arizona Diamondbacks- It’s hard to believe this guy is only 24 years old and he just keeps getting better. There’s nothing guy can’t do; He hits home runs, makes plays with his glove, and he might be the strongest player in the entire league. I expect the Diamondbacks to make a deep run this season and Upton will be at the helm.
NL ROY- Bryce Harper, OF, Washington Nationals- I’m giving this one to Harper by default. I don’t think this will be a very strong NL rookie class and I think Harper has the support of skipper Davey Johnson. He’s only 19 years old, but he’s as good of a prospect as they come and I think he can produce right away.
NL CY YOUNG- Roy Halladay, SP, Philadelphia Phillies- The “Doc” is gonna add yet another CY Young to his trophy case this season. It’s tough to bet against a guy that has posted at least 17 wins and a sub 3.00 ERA the past 4 seasons. Halladay’s name is on the ballet every year and this season will be no different.
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