MLB Power Rankings: Where Does Your Team Stand Entering Free Agency?

As the circus that is the MLB free agent period commences, we will begin to get a better picture of what each team's roster will look like with each passing week.

Since it's impossible to accurately predict where everyone will wind up signing, the power rankings that follow serve as a baseline for where each team stands entering free agency.

That is to say, these rankings reflect where I would place each team if the season started today with their rosters as is.

This will be updated regularly as free-agent signings are made and rosters begin to take shape.

*Note: Rosters taken from MLBDepthCharts.com.

30. Houston Astros

Offseason Outlook

Coming off of a 107-loss season, and facing a tough move from the NL Central to the AL West, the road ahead is going to be a bumpy one for the rebuilding Astros.

They likely won't spend much, if at all, in the offseason, though they could look to add a low-cost veteran bat to DH and anchor the lineup as well as a cheap veteran starter. Perhaps a reunion with Roger Clemens is still a possibility?

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

2B Jose Altuve
DH Scott Moore
SS Jed Lowrie
CF Justin Maxwell
1B Brett Wallace
RF Fernando Martinez
C Jason Castro
LF J.D. Martinez
3B Matt Dominguez

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Lucas Harrell
SP Bud Norris
SP Jordan Lyles
SP Dallas Keuchel
SP Rudy Owens
CP Wilton Lopez 

29. Cleveland Indians

Offseason Outlook

The Indians are headed for a period of rebuilding, as a number of players will likely be shopped this offseason and the team will be reshaped under new manager Terry Francona.

That said, the team will likely look to plug some gaps in the rotation and outfield with a veteran option while they wait for some of their lower-level talent to work its way up through the system. Don't expect any huge signings, but they should add a few pieces before the season starts.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

RF Shin-Soo Choo
2B Jason Kipnis
SS Asdrubal Cabrera
C Carlos Santana
CF Michael Brantley
3B Lonnie Chisenhall
1B Matt LaPorta
DH Mike Aviles
LF Ezequiel Carrera

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Justin Masterson
SP Ubaldo Jimenez
SP Zach McAllister
SP David Huff
SP Carlos Carrasco
CP Chris Perez 

28. Minnesota Twins

Offseason Outlook

The Twins got a solid performance from their offense this past season, led by free-agent signing Josh Willingham and a resurgent Joe Mauer. However, their starting rotation was second-worst in the AL with a 4.77 ERA.

Look for the team to add an arm or two to a staff that has little to speak of behind 2012 breakout star Scott Diamond. The middle infield is incredibly weak as well, but so is the free-agent market at both positions.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Denard Span
RF Ben Revere
C Joe Mauer
LF Josh Willingham
1B Justin Morneau
DH Ryan Doumit
3B Trevor Plouffe
2B Jamey Carroll
SS Pedro Florimon Jr.

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Scott Diamond
SP Liam Hendriks
SP Cole De Vries
SP Brian Duensing
SP Nick Blackburn
CP Glen Perkins 

27. Chicago Cubs

Offseason Outlook

As the rebuilding efforts in Chicago continue, Cubs fans can expect another trying season on the North Side in 2013 as the team continues to incorporate their young talent and looks to add organizational pitching depth any way possible.

They will look to add a veteran starter or two to bridge the gap for the next season or two, as the team doesn't have much to rely on behind Matt Garza and Jeff Samardzija in the rotation.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

RF David DeJesus
2B Darwin Barney
1B Anthony Rizzo
LF Alfonso Soriano
SS Starlin Castro
3B Ian Stewart
C Welington Castillo
CF Tony Campana
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Matt Garza
SP Jeff Samardzija
SP Travis Wood
SP Casey Coleman
SP Chris Rusin
CP Carlos Marmol

26. Kansas City Royals

Offseason Outlook

The Royals young lineup gained another year of experience this past season, and should only get better once Minor League Player of the Year Wil Myers joins them either out of camp or by midseason at the latest.

The pitching staff remains the biggest question, but already looks to be better with a full season of Jake Odorizzi on tap and the recent acquisition of Ervin Santana from the Angels. The team also claimed right-hander Chris Volstad off waivers from the Cubs to provide some rotational depth.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Lorenzo Cain
SS Alcides Escobar
LF Alex Gordon
DH Billy Butler
3B Mike Moustakas
C Salvador Perez
1B Eric Hosmer
RF Jeff Francoeur
2B Chris Getz

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Ervin Santana
SP Luke Hochevar
SP Bruce Chen
SP Luis Mendoza
SP Chris Volstad
CP Greg Holland 

25. Colorado Rockies

Offseason Outlook

As with nearly every team before them in these rankings, the Rockies' biggest offseason need will be addressing their pitching staff.

After posting a miserable 5.22 ERA as a team last season, worst in all of baseball, the team will need to do something to back what was actually one of the National League's best offenses.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Dexter Fowler
2B Josh Rutledge
LF Carlos Gonzalez
SS Troy Tulowitzki
RF Michael Cuddyer
1B Todd Helton
C Wilin Rosario
3B Chris Nelson
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Jorge De La Rosa
SP Jhoulys Chacin
SP Juan Nicasio
SP Drew Pomeranz
SP Alex White
CP Rafael Betancourt 

24. Miami Marlins

Offseason Outlook

It's safe to say that the Marlins likely won't be as aggressive as they were last offseason, as their attempt at building a quick winner came up short and they wound up selling at the deadline.

They've already had a busy offseason, bringing in Mike Redmond as the new manager and unloading Heath Bell in a three-team deal that returned A's prospect Yordy Cabrera. Expect them to shop starter Josh Johnson and to perhaps add a few veteran place holders for their upcoming young talent.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Emilio Bonifacio
LF Justin Ruggiano
SS Jose Reyes
RF Giancarlo Stanton
1B Logan Morrison
3B Greg Dobbs
C Rob Brantly
2B Donovan Solano
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Josh Johnson
SP Mark Buehrle
SP Ricky Nolasco
SP Nathan Eovaldi
SP Jacob Turner
CP Steven Cishek

23. San Diego Padres

Offseason Outlook

The Padres made it known they plan to contend sooner rather than later at the deadline last year, when they opted to extend Carlos Quentin and Huston Street and didn't trade Chase Headley.

With that in mind, expect them to pursue at least one impact starting pitcher and perhaps a right fielder as they look to make a run at contention in the NL West as soon as this coming season.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

SS Everth Cabrera
2B Logan Forsythe
3B Chase Headley
LF Carlos Quentin
C Yasmani Grandal
1B Yonder Alonso
RF Wil Venable
CF Cameron Maybin
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Edinson Volquez
SP Clayton Richard
SP Andrew Cashner
SP Eric Stults
SP Casey Kelly
CP Huston Street 

22. Seattle Mariners

Offseason Outlook

The Mariners are expected to usher in their impressive trio of starting pitching prospects at one point or another during the 2013 season, as Danny Hultzen, James Paxton and Taijuan Walker will join Felix Hernandez to form a dynamic staff.

While that will provide plenty of reason for excitement, the offense still needs a lot of work if they are to contend in a deep AL West. Outside of Dustin Ackley, Jesus Montero and Kyle Seager, everyone could be upgraded.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

2B Dustin Ackley
CF Franklin Gutierrez
3B Kyle Seager
DH Jesus Montero
C John Jaso
1B Justin Smoak
LF Michael Saunders
RF Casper Wells
SS Brendan Ryan

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Felix Hernandez
SP Jason Vargas
SP Hisashi Iwakuma 
SP Erasmo Ramirez
SP Blake Beavan
CP Tom Wilhelmsen 

21. Boston Red Sox

Offseason Outlook

The Red Sox have a leg up on some of the other teams who struggled in 2012, as they have roughly $80 million in salary opening up this offseason and will have plenty of options as they look to retool the roster.

They have already brought back David Ortiz on a two-year deal, and while they are not expected to get themselves tied up in any big-money, long-term deals any time soon, they are still likely to be active on the free-agent market in filling out their roster.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Jacoby Ellsbury
LF Daniel Nava
2B Dustin Pedroia
DH David Ortiz
3B Will Middlebrooks
C Jarrod Saltalamacchia
1B Jerry Sands
RF Ryan Sweeney
SS Jose Iglesias

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Jon Lester
SP Clay Buchholz
SP Felix Doubront
SP John Lackey
SP Franklin Morales
CP Andrew Bailey

20. Toronto Blue Jays

Offseason Outlook

The Blue Jays entered the 2012 season with high hopes, but injuries hit hard up and down their roster, and in they end they were again on the bottom looking up in the AL East.

The rotation in particular was hit hard, and the team will no doubt look to add some depth this offseason up and down the roster. That said, if everyone can come back healthy and stay that way, they don't have any glaring needs as far as starters are concerned.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

3B Brett Lawrie
CF Colby Rasmus
RF Jose Bautista
1B Edwin Encarnacion
DH Adam Lind
SS Yunel Escobar
C J.P. Arencibia
LF Anthony Gose
2B Adeiny Hechavarria

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Brandon Morrow
SP Ricky Romero
SP Henderson Alvarez
SP J.A. Happ
SP Esmil Rogers
CP Casey Janssen 

19. New York Mets

Offseason Outlook

After picking up their 2013 options, the Mets' biggest priorities this offseason will be reaching an extension with ace R.A. Dickey and third baseman David Wright, both of whom are set to hit free agency at the end of the 2013 season.

Aside from that, they need help in the outfield, at catcher and in the bullpen, as there are plenty of areas to address through the upcoming free-agent class.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

SS Ruben Tejada
2B Daniel Murphy
3B David Wright
1B Ike Davis
LF Lucas Duda
RF Mike Baxter
CF Andres Torres
C Josh Thole
Pitcher 

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP R.A. Dickey
SP Johan Santana
SP Jon Niese
SP Dillon Gee
SP Matt Harvey
CP Frank Francisco 

18. Chicago White Sox

Offseason Outlook

After standing pat last offseason (their only signing was Kosuke Fukudome), the White Sox may be more active this time around after a season in which they were expected to rebuild nearly ended in an AL Central title.

They will need to figure out the catcher position, where A.J. Pierzynski is a free agent, as well as third base, where Brent Morel proved to be in over his head last season before being injured. Some starting pitching depth and late-inning bullpen help will likely be on the wish list as well.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Alejandro De Aza
SS Alexei Ramirez
DH Adam Dunn
1B Paul Konerko
RF Alex Rios
LF Dayan Viciedo
C Tyler Flowers
2B Gordon Beckham
3B Brent Morel

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Chris Sale
SP Jake Peavy
SP John Danks
SP Gavin Floyd
SP Jose Quintana
CP Addison Reed 

17. Pittsburgh Pirates

Offseason Outlook

Two years running now, the Pirates have had the look of a contender but not been able to finish things out. With a young core, one would expect them to only get better, but that doesn't mean the team won't look to add a player or two to help push them over the hump.

Top prospect Gerrit Cole could get a crack at the rotation this coming season, as could Jeff Locke, but the team will almost certainly look to add a low-cost veteran starter either way. Think Erik Bedard last season.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

LF Jose Tabata
2B Neil Walker
CF Andrew McCutchen
1B Garrett Jones
3B Pedro Alvarez
RF Travis Snider
SS Clint Barmes
C Michael McKenry
Pitcher 

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP A.J. Burnett
SP Wandy Rodriguez
SP James McDonald
SP Jeff Karstens
SP Kyle McPherson
CP Joel Hanrahan 

16. Milwaukee Brewers

Offseason Outlook

Despite losing Prince Fielder prior to the season and trading Zack Greinke at the deadline, the Brewers made a late-season run at the playoffs thanks to an impressive offense and a surprisingly effective young group of starters.

Adding a veteran starter to provide some stability behind ace Yovani Gallardo will be priority No. 1, and the team will also have to address a bullpen that was among the worst in baseball.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

RF Norichika Aoki
2B Rickie Weeks
LF Ryan Braun
3B Aramis Ramirez
1B Corey Hart
C Jonathan Lucroy
CF Carlos Gomez
SS Jean Segura
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Yovani Gallardo
SP Marco Estrada
SP Michael Fiers
SP Chris Narveson
SP Mark Rogers
CP John Axford 

15. Philadelphia Phillies

Offseason Outlook

The Phillies were as big a disappointment as any in baseball this past season, as injuries to their superstars and a complete lack of offensive punch left them seemingly out of the race by midseason.

They staged a furious run at the end of the season to climb back into contention, but in the end came up short. Still, they showed that they're still capable of making some noise when healthy, and with a few offensive upgrades this winter, they could be in position to return to the postseason.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

SS Jimmy Rollins
RF Nate Schierholtz
2B Chase Utley
1B Ryan Howard
C Carlos Ruiz
LF Domonic Brown
CF John Mayberry Jr.
3B Kevin Frandsen
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Roy Halladay
SP Cliff Lee
SP Cole Hamels
SP Vance Worley
SP Kyle Kendrick
CP Jonathan Papelbon 

14. Tampa Bay Rays

Offseason Outlook

The Rays once again contended in 2012 with a stellar pitching staff and a below-average offense that showed just how thin it was when superstar Evan Longoria went down.

The Rays would be wise to move some of their abundance of starting pitching for an offensive upgrade, but they will also look for free-agent options to fill holes at first base, catcher, DH and in the outfield for the departed B.J. Upton.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Desmond Jennings
LF Sam Fuld
SS Ben Zobrist
3B Evan Longoria
RF Matt Joyce
DH Brandon Guyer
2B Sean Rodriguez
1B Stephen Vogt
C Jose Molina

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP David Price
SP James Shields
SP Jeremy Hellickson
SP Matt Moore
SP Jeff Niemann
CP Fernando Rodney

13. Arizona Diamondbacks

Offseason Outlook

An early offseason trade addressed the Diamondbacks biggest offseason needs, as they acquired reliever Heath Bell and shortstop Cliff Pennington in a three-team deal with the A's and Marlins.

The Diamondbacks could still look to add a veteran starter for depth and a reliever or two, and they could also opt to trade one of their outfielders to open up an everyday job for Adam Eaton, but for the most part expect the Diamondbacks roster to look much like it does now.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Adam Eaton
2B Aaron Hill
RF Justin Upton
C Miguel Montero
1B Paul Goldschmidt
LF Jason Kubel
3B Chris Johnson
SS Cliff Pennington
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Ian Kennedy
SP Trevor Cahill
SP Wade Miley
SP Trevor Bauer
SP Tyler Skaggs
CP J.J. Putz 

12. New York Yankees

Offseason Outlook

Coming off of an embarrassing offensive display in the postseason that led to a sweep at the hands of the Tigers, the Yankees are no doubt headed for a busy offseason.

Nick Swisher is gone, and the team will likely also look for options at DH and catcher on the offensive side of things. It also figures to be in the market for a starting pitcher and will need to resolve the ninth-inning role with Rafael Soriano opting out and Mariano Rivera's future in doubt.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

LF Brett Gardner
SS Derek Jeter
2B Robinson Cano
1B Mark Teixeira
3B Alex Rodriguez
CF Curtis Granderson
DH Eduardo Nunez
RF Chris Dickerson
C Chris Stewart

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP CC Sabathia
SP Phil Hughes
SP Ivan Nova
SP David Phelps
SP Adam Warren
CP David Robertson 

11. Atlanta Braves

Offseason Outlook

The Braves' early postseason exit was a major disappointment after they held the No. 1 wild card spot in the National League for seemingly the entire season.

With full seasons of Kris Medlen and Paul Maholm as well as a healthy Brandon Beachy, their rotation should be solid, but they will have to address the free agency of Michael Bourn as well as the retirement of Chipper Jones.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Jordan Schafer
LF Martin Prado
RF Jason Heyward
1B Freddie Freeman
2B Dan Uggla
3B Juan Francisco
SS Andrelton Simmons
C Christian Bethancourt (Brian McCann doubtful to start season)

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Tim Hudson
SP Kris Medlen
SP Tommy Hanson
SP Mike Minor
SP Paul Maholm 
CP Craig Kimbrel 

10. Texas Rangers

Offseason Outlook

Replacing Josh Hamilton will be the story of the offseason for the Rangers, but the potential departure of Mike Napoli and a rotation full of question marks remain equally important facets of the team's winter.

The Rangers still have the pieces to contend for a championship, and they should have money to spend, so expect them to make a big move this offseason to put them right back atop the American League.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

2B Ian Kinsler
SS Elvis Andrus
3B Adrian Beltre
RF Nelson Cruz
LF David Murphy
DH Michael Young
1B Mitch Moreland
C Geovany Soto
CF Leonys Martin

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Yu Darvish
SP Derek Holland
SP Matt Harrison
SP Alexi Ogando
SP Martin Perez
CP Joe Nathan 

9. Los Angeles Dodgers

Offseason Outlook

The Dodgers addressed a number of areas via trade last season, and while the deals didn't work out in helping them get to the postseason in 2012, they bolstered the team for the foreseeable future.

The Dodgers will look to add a front-line starter, with James Shields identified as their No. 1 target (h/t ESPN) and they could upgrade at third base as well. They have made it very clear that they are willing to do whatever it takes to put a winner on the field.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

LF Carl Crawford
2B Mark Ellis
CF Matt Kemp
1B Adrian Gonzalez
SS Hanley Ramirez
RF Andre Ethier
3B Luis Cruz
C A.J. Ellis 
Pitcher

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

SP Clayton Kershaw
SP Josh Beckett
SP Chris Capuano
SP Aaron Harang
SP Ted Lilly
CP Brandon League 

8. Baltimore Orioles

Offseason Outlook

The Orioles won't surprise anyone this time around, having established themselves as a good young team and one capable of only getting better moving forward.

A full season of Manny Machado will likely make a bigger impact than anyone they sign, but expect the team to pursue starting pitching first and foremost and perhaps an outfielder to provide some depth.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

RF Nick Markakis
SS J.J. Hardy
DH Chris Davis
CF Adam Jones
C Matt Wieters
1B Mark Reynolds
LF Nolan Reimold
3B Manny Machado
2B Brian Roberts

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Jason Hammel
SP Wei-Yin Chen
SP Chris Tillman
SP Miguel Gonzalez
SP Zach Britton
CP Jim Johnson 

7. Los Angeles Angels

Offseason Outlook

To say the Angels made a splash last offseason would be a gross understatement as they spent big to bring in Albert Pujols and C.J. Wilson. As a result, not making the postseason was an understandable letdown.

After trading Ervin Santana and declining their option on Dan Haren, they have some work to do as far as filling out their starting rotation. The lineup on the other hand appears to be set and should again be among the best in the business with Mike Trout getting things started.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

LF Mike Trout
SS Erick Aybar
1B Albert Pujols
DH Kendrys Morales
RF Mark Trumbo
2B Howie Kendrick
3B Alberto Callaspo
C Chris Iannetta
CF Peter Bourjos

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Jered Weaver
SP C.J. Wilson
SP Garrett Richards
SP Jerome Williams
SP Brad Mills
CP Ernesto Frieri 

6. St. Louis Cardinals

Offseason Outlook

The Cardinals keep finding ways to contend, as they overcame the loss of Albert Pujols and a nearly season-long injury to ace Chris Carpenter to advance to the NLCS.

They'll have to replace starter Kyle Lohse in the rotation, but they may very well opt to do that in-house with Joe Kelly and Shelby Miller both viable options. A left-handed reliever would be a sensible addition, as Marc Rzepczynski is the only southpaw currently in the bullpen.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

SS Rafael Furcal
1B Allen Craig
RF Carlos Beltran
LF Matt Holliday
C Yadier Molina
3B David Freese
CF John Jay
2B Daniel Descalso
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Adam Wainwright
SP Chris Carpenter
SP Jake Westbrook
SP Lance Lynn
SP Shelby Miller
CP Jason Motte 

5. Oakland Athletics

Offseason Outlook

The A's used a rag-tag bunch offensively and a largely inexperienced starting rotation to surprise the baseball world and claim the AL West title in 2012. 

They are never going to be big spenders on the free-agent market, but they could look to bring back shortstop Stephen Drew. After trading for outfielder Chris Young, they could be players on the trade market again, but don't expect much in the way of free-agent activity.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Coco Crisp
DH Seth Smith
LF Yoenis Cespedes
1B Brandon Moss
RF Josh Reddick
3B Josh Donaldson
2B Scott Sizemore
C Derek Norris
SS Adam Rosales

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4) 

SP Brett Anderson
SP Jarrod Parker
SP Tom Milone
SP A.J. Griffin
SP Daniel Straily
CP Grant Balfour 

4. San Francisco Giants

Offseason Outlook

Coming off of their second title in three years, the Giants are in for a busy offseason as they will look to re-sign center fielder Angel Pagan and second baseman Marco Scutaro as well as adding an impact bat in left field.

They could also look for a reliever to replace free agent Jeremy Affeldt, and some sort of productive bat off the bench outside of backup catcher Hector Sanchez.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

LF Gregor Blanco
2B Joaquin Arias
3B Pablo Sandoval
C Buster Posey
RF Hunter Pence
1B Brandon Belt
SS Brandon Crawford
CF Gary Brown
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Matt Cain
SP Madison Bumgarner
SP Tim Lincecum
SP Ryan Vogelsong
SP Barry Zito
CP Brian Wilson 

3. Cincinnati Reds

Offseason Outlook

The Reds will return essentially the same team that ran away with the NL Central crown last season, with the only notable departures being third baseman Scott Rolen and left fielder Ryan Ludwick, who opted out of his mutual option.

Todd Frazier will replace Rolen, but the team will likely sign a left fielder and could also look to add a lead-off hitter to play center field while speedy prospect Billy Hamilton works on making the transition to that position.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

2B Brandon Phillips
SS Zack Cozart
1B Joey Votto
3B Todd Frazier
RF Jay Bruce
LF Chris Heisey
C Ryan Hanigan
CF Drew Stubbs
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Johnny Cueto
SP Mat Latos
SP Bronson Arroyo
SP Homer Bailey
SP Mike Leake
CP Aroldis Chapman 

2. Detroit Tigers

Offseason Outlook

The Tigers laid an egg in the World Series, but they made it there nonetheless and outside of Anibal Sanchez, Delmon Young and Jose Valverde, they return essentially the same roster, with one main difference.

Victor Martinez will be back to join Miguel Cabrera and Prince Fielder in the middle of a great lineup, and if the team can re-sign Sanchez or add a different veteran starter, there is no reason to think it can't make it back to the Fall Classic.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

CF Austin Jackson
LF Andy Dirks
3B Miguel Cabrera
1B Prince Fielder
DH Victor Martinez
C Alex Avila
SS Jhonny Peralta
RF Brennan Boesch
2B Omar Infante

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Justin Verlander
SP Doug Fister
SP Max Scherzer
SP Rick Porcello
SP Drew Smyly
CP Joaquin Benoit 

1. Washington Nationals

Offseason Outlook

They remain on the hunt for a true center fielder, and will need to figure out what to do with Adam LaRoche and Edwin Jackson's rotation spot, but for the most part, the Nationals return their entire impressive roster from last season.

It's a young group that should only get better moving forward, and with Stephen Strasburg potentially off the leash, a full season of Bryce Harper and a healthy season from Drew Storen and Wilson Ramos, they are my No. 1 team as of right now.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of 11/4)

RF Jayson Werth
2B Danny Espinosa
3B Ryan Zimmerman
1B Michael Morse
CF Bryce Harper
SS Ian Desmond
LF Roger Bernadina
C Wilson Ramos
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of 11/4)

SP Stephen Strasburg
SP Gio Gonzalez
SP Jordan Zimmermann
SP Ross Detwiler
SP John Lannan
CP Drew Storen