Frank Albert has 13 years at the head of the Thunder organization, resulting in 3 playoff appearances. Albert has alot to look forward to with his recent draft acquisitions.
ROTATION
Marquez 793 B. Keller 771 Kremer 708 Steele 660 K. Thompson 731 I. Anderson 753 D. German 714
BULLPEN
Marinaccio 525 Wesneski 580 K. Crawford 794 W. Vest 691 Festa 717
LINEUP
Hedges c 489 L. Gurriel 1b 743 Chisholm 2b 860 Velasquez ss 537 France 3b 777 El. Jiminez of 858 M. Gonzalez of 609 Grichuk of 724 Mancini dh 710
BENCH
Heineman c 544 C. Carroll of 830 V. Grissom if 792 Haniger of 736 D. Waters of 803
ANALYSIS
It is always interesting to see how a franchise rebuilds. In this case the Thunder has populated its roster with a fantastic infusion of talent at several positions. Corbin Carroll is the latest addition and he should roam CF and set the table for many years. He joins a cast that includes Chisholm, France, Eloy Jiminez, Vaughn Grissom and Drew Waters. Now Albert needs to deal with the pitching side of the equation. Ian Anderson is capable of rebounding, Marquez needs to learn how to pitch in the Rockies, and Justin Steele and Bill Keller do have the potential to provide quality innings. Marinaccio is a pleasant surprise for the bullpen.
Although the future looks bright, the present needs to be endured quietly. Ty France and Eloy Jiminez should provide temporary relief but look for the Thunder to finish in the basement of the NL Central.
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