Los Angeles Angles: Position battles for 2B to replace Howie Kendrick. How strong does Garrett Richards look, is he ready for another all-star season? Is top pitching prospect Andrew Heaney ready enough to live up to high expectations of being an eventual ace?
Oakland Athletics: Watch for the return of Barry Zito, as he is invited to train with the major league team. Can R.J Alvarez and Tyler Clippard settle into the already dominate bullpen? Lots of questions in the infield, will any unexpected player steal the show in the dirt at the A’s camp?
Seattle Mariners: Youngsters James Paxton and Tajuan Walker should light up the radar gun throughout camp as they vie for rotation spots behind King Felix. Where will Rickie Weeks fit in, what type of workouts will he be doing? How will fans react to the new slugger, Nelson Cruz?
Houston Astros: Should be a home run derby out in Kissimmee, Florida, as the Astros poses a potential 150+ round tripper club. After a stellar breakout season, will Altuve take the permanent role of leader? Watch for the third base battle between Luis Valbuena and Matt Dominguez.
Texas Rangers: The arrivals of new starting pitchers Yovani Gallardo and Ross Detwiler, along with the return of Derek Holland, their impact? Left field position battle between at least 3 men (Ryan Rua, Michael Choice, Ryan Ludwick, etc.). Can previous number 42 ranked prospect, Rougned Odor, raise his numbers from his first major league season last year at 2B, while Profar sits out.
