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Indians Observations

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What a questionable pitching staff - I've always liked Jake Westbrook, who keeps everything on the ground, but he hasn't pitched in a couple seasons. Justin Masterson could be worth a look, too (Very solid peripherals). I'd probably roll the dice on Rafael Perez for a buck in an AL league, though he was abysmal last year.

Grady Sizemore's probably going to be undervalued - he was a top-5 pick in some circles last year and appears healthy. I'd gamble on both Matt LaPorta and Michael Brantley even though only one of them is likely to see at-bats/make the team early on. I actually like Brantley who draws walks, makes contact and steals bags.

I'd roster Travis Hafner if he comes cheap, even though he strikes me as a roids case - when power hitters like Jason Giambi or David Ortiz also hit for average than fall off abruptly afterwards, it's a red flag. (Sorry, all major leaguers are fair game until the 102 non-ARod/Ortiz positives come clean.) I think Hafner should be healthier now that he's further removed from shoulder surgery.

Asdrubal Cabrera is also interesting - a 24-year old who hit .300, stole 17 bags and qualifies at second and short. Probably won't come at a discount in expert leagues, but a decent end-game play in regular mixed ones.