American League:
2.) Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim: This may be another surprise pick but I am counting on the Angels rotation to have a big year. Jered Weaver is easily a top ten pitcher in Major League Baseball and will be a stabilizing force in the rotation. C.J. Wilson under performed last year but I expect a big bounce back season. Joe Blanton is a solid veteran presence that will help younger guys. Jason Vargas is a number four pitcher on the Angels and could probably be a three on most other teams. Tommy Hanson is coming off an injury filled season and may be the best back end of the rotation pitcher in baseball.
1.) Toronto Blue Jays: The Toronto Blue Jays have a solid rotation that has been built on offseason trading. The ace of their staff is reigning National League Cy Young Award winner R.A. Dickey. Brandon Morrow looks like he finally has begun to break out and reach his potential. Mark Buehrle is a great leader and still an effective pitcher who will be a big clubhouse presence for the Jays. Josh Johnson is an injury prone pitcher but when healthy can be the number one starter on any staff. Ricky Romero had a terrible season last year but only two years ago he had a sub 3.00 era.
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