MLB Power Rankings: Opening Day Edition
By David Hill
The Pawtucket Red Sox, a AAA team, will have an Opening Day payroll higher than the Padres actual Opening Day roster. Essentially a AAA team themselves, the Padres most interesting player may be Christian Bethancourt, who will be slotted as a catcher/outfielder/reliever.. . . San Diego Padres. 30. team. 127
. Cincinnati Reds. 29. team. 61. The Reds are not likely to be much better than the Padres, but at least they have Joey Votto. At least, until he comes to his senses and demands to be moved to someplace that does not involve Marty Brenneman’s insane hatred..
. Chicago White Sox. 28. team. 128. The biggest story around the White Sox will be whether or not Jose Quintana is traded. The future appears to be bright, with top prospects like Yoan Moncada, Lucas Giolito, and Michael Kopech, but that time will be in another couple of years..
27. team. 2. Of the teams in the bottom five, the Minnesota Twins might have the most potential to move out of the cellar. They were a disaster last season, but with several promising young players, the Twins could find themselves back in contention again this year.. . . Minnesota Twins
76. The biggest question with the Brewers will be if they trade Ryan Braun. He was on the trade block all offseason, but remained in Milwaukee to start the season. A repeat of last year’s performance could result in quite the return at the trade deadline.. . . Milwaukee brewers. 26. team