MLB Power Rankings: Where Do All 30 Teams Stand After Free Agency Peak?

The dust has settled on the signing of Josh Hamilton and the R.A. Dickey trade, but a number of key moves have been made since that will have a big impact on the upcoming MLB season as well.

As we approach the holiday season, the peak of free agency is now behind us. While there are still a handful of impact free agents and trade targets, a big chunk of the offseason action has already taken place.

So taking into account each team's current roster as is, here is a look at how I would rank all 30 teams as we head into the end of December.

*Note: Rosters taken from MLBDepthCharts.com.

30. Houston Astros (Previous: 30)

Offseason Overview

The Astros filled their biggest offseason need when they signed Carlos Pena to fill the new DH role that comes with their move to the American League.

Phil Humber and Alex White were brought aboard to bolster the starting rotation, but the team could still look to add a low-cost veteran arm to provide some rotational depth.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Lucas Harrell
SP Bud Norris
SP Phil Humber
SP Jordan Lyles
SP Alex White
CP Hector Ambriz

29. Miami Marlins (Previous: 29)

Offseason Overview

Following their blockbuster fire-sale trade with the Blue Jays, the Marlins' 2013 outlook changed significantly as they are now headed for what appears to be a lengthy rebuild.

Veteran stop-gap options Juan Pierre and Placido Polanco were brought aboard to make things a little more bearable for the season ahead, but the team's outlook this coming season is not bright.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

LF Juan Pierre
3B Placido Polanco
1B Logan Morrison
RF Giancarlo Stanton
CF Justin Ruggiano
C Rob Brantly
2B Donovan Solano
SS Adeiny Hechavarria
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Ricky Nolasco
SP Henderson Alvarez
SP Wade LeBlanc
SP Nathan Eovaldi
SP Jacob Turner
CP Steve Cishek

28. Minnesota Twins (Previous: 28)

Offseason Overview

The Twins offseason has been highlighted by the trades of outfielders Denard Span and Ben Revere, as they've netted a trio of pitchers who should make a solid impact on the future.

Vance Worley was acquired along with top prospect Trevor May for Revere, and Span netted them another marquee prospect in big right-hander Alex Meyer. Kevin Correia was also signed to help the rotation in the short term.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

CF Darin Mastroianni
2B Jamey Carroll
C Joe Mauer
LF Josh Willingham
1B Justin Morneau
DH Ryan Doumit
RF Chris Parmelee
3B Trevor Plouffe
SS Pedro Florimon Jr.

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Vance Worley
SP Scott Diamond
SP Kevin Correia
SP Liam Hendriks
SP Brian Duensing
CP Glen Perkins

27. Colorado Rockies (Previous: 26)

Offseason Overview

The Rockies still have one of the best offenses in all of baseball, and it'll only get better with the return of Troy Tulowitzki, but the pitching staff remains a significant concern.

Jeff Francis was re-signed, but other than that, the team has done nothing to improve what was statistically the worst starting rotation in baseball last season, and it will be that pitching that holds them back in 2013.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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 Dec. 20)

SP Jorge De La Rosa
SP Jhoulys Chacin
SP Drew Pomeranz
SP Juan Nicasio
SP Jeff Francis
CP Rafael Betancourt

26. Chicago Cubs (Previous: 27)

Offseason Overview

The Cubs are still a team rebuilding, but they've taken steps to make the team more competitive for the coming season. They added a significant amount of pitching depth in Edwin Jackson, Scott Feldman, Carlos Villanueva and Scott Baker.

With the Astros gone, they're still likely to finish last in the NL Central. Still, Theo Epstein and Co. have stuck to the plan of building from the ground up, and they've made the team better in the short term in the process.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Matt Garza
SP Jeff Samardzija
SP Edwin Jackson
SP Scott Feldman
SP Carlos Villanueva
CP Carlos Marmol

25. Cleveland Indians (Previous: 25)

Offseason Overview

The Indians trade of Shin-Soo Choo not only netted them one of the top pitching prospects in the game in Trevor Bauer, but they also acquired speedy center fielder Drew Stubbs.

Mark Reynolds was added in free agency, and Chris McGuiness was taken in the Rule 5 draft, so that should give the team a boost from a power standpoint. However, they are still headed for a rebuilding period, and more trades of veteran players could be on the way.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

RF Ezequiel Carrera
2B Jason Kipnis
SS Asdrubal Cabrera
C Carlos Santana
LF Michael Brantley
1B Mark Reynolds
3B Lonnie Chisenhall
CF Drew Stubbs
DH Chris McGuiness

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Ubaldo Jimenez
SP Justin Masterson
SP Zach McAllister
SP Carlos Carrasco
SP Trevor Bauer
CP Chris Perez

24. New York Mets (Previous: 23)

Offseason Overview

The Mets took a hit in the short term when they dealt reigning Cy Young winner R.A. Dickey to the Blue Jays, but they landed a pair of frontline prospects in the process that should better the team in the long term.

Travis d'Arnaud should emerge as the franchise catcher, while starter Noah Syndergaard has a bright future in the low minors. They also traded for 26-year-old outfielder Collin Cowgill, who has solid power/speed potential and should get a chance at regular at-bats.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

SS Ruben Tejada
2B Daniel Murphy
3B David Wright
1B Ike Davis
LF Lucas Duda
RF Collin Cowgill
CF Kirk Nieuwenhuis
C John Buck

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Johan Santana
SP Jon Niese
SP Dillon Gee
SP Matt Harvey
SP Jenrry Mejia
CP Frank Francisco

23. San Diego Padres (Previous: 22)

Offseason Overview

The Padres have been relatively quiet so far this offseason, and while they've added a pair of arms in Jason Marquis and Tyson Ross, they could certainly benefit from bringing aboard another reliable starter.

The team should begin to reap the benefits of a deep minor league system, and they are set up for long-term success in the near future. That said, 2013 may not be a great one for the Padres.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

SS Everth Cabrera
2B Logan Forsythe
3B Chase Headley
LF Carlos Quentin
1B Yonder Alonso
RF Will Venable
CF Cameron Maybin
C Nick Hundley (Yasmani Grandal suspended first 50 games)
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Edinson Volquez
SP Clayton Richard
SP Jason Marquis
SP Eric Stults
SP Tyson Ross
CP Huston Street

22. Seattle Mariners (Previous: 24)

Offseason Overview

The Mariners finally added some pop to their offense when they traded starter Jason Vargas to the Angels for 1B/DH Kendrys Morales.

Aside from that, they've signed Jason Bay to a low-cost deal hoping he can regain his form. In the end, though, it's their pitching that will carry the team this coming season, and they should get a boost from a fantastic minor league system in the very near future.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

2B Dustin Ackley
CF Franklin Gutierrez
3B Kyle Seager
1B Kendrys Morales
DH Jesus Montero
C John Jaso
LF Jason Bay
RF Michael Saunders
SS Brendan Ryan

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Felix Hernandez
SP Hisashi Iwakuma 
SP Erasmo Ramirez
SP Blake Beavan
SP Hector Noesi
CP Tom Wilhelmsen

21. Chicago White Sox (Previous: 21)

Offseason Overview

The White Sox's big move of the offseason came early on. They declined their option on right-hander Jake Peavy before re-signing him to a two-year deal.

They also added Jeff Keppinger to play third base, but aside from that, they return essentially the same team as last season. If things break right like they did last season, they have a chance to contend, but a lot went right last year.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

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

20. Pittsburgh Pirates (Previous: 20)

Offseason Overview

The Pirates have reportedly agreed to a deal with free-agent pitcher Francisco Liriano. The former Twin's deal is reportedly for two years and $14 million.

Adding Liriano will certainly bolster the team's rotation, as pairing him with A.J. Burnett and Wandy Rodriguez gives the Bucs a reliable trio atop their rotation.

The Pirates' other significant move of the offseason was signing Russell Martin away from the Yankees on a two-year, $17 million deal.

He will not only provide some pop from the catcher's spot that was occupied by Rod Barajas last season, but he'll also be counted on to handle a young Pirates staff as the Pirates look to once again make a run at the NL Central title.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

LF Starling Marte
2B Neil Walker
CF Andrew McCutchen
1B Garrett Jones
3B Pedro Alvarez
C Russell Martin
RF Travis Snider
SS Clint Barmes
Pitcher 

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP A.J. Burnett
SP Wandy Rodriguez
SP James McDonald
SP Jeff Locke
SP Francisco Liriano
CP Joel Hanrahan

19. Milwaukee Brewers (Previous: 19)

Offseason Overview

The Brewers have been as quiet as anyone this offseason, with the addition of relievers Tom Gorzelanny and Burke Badenhop their only significant moves.

They could still look to add more relief pitching and perhaps even another veteran starter to follow Yovani Gallardo in the rotation. They'll be counting on what was the NL's highest scoring offense to carry the load once again.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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 Dec. 20)

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

18. Kansas City Royals (Previous: 17)

Offseason Overview

The Royals completely revamped their starting rotation this offseason. They pulled off a pair of trades to land James Shields and Wade Davis from the Rays and Ervin Santana from the Angels. They also re-signed Jeremy Guthrie after his strong performance down the stretch last season.

The trade with the Rays cost them top prospect Wil Myers, and time will tell if it was in fact worth it, but they are in a position to legitimately contend for a postseason spot for the first time in years.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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 Dec. 20)

SP James Shields
SP Jeremy Guthrie
SP Ervin Santana 
SP Wade Davis
SP Bruce Chen
CP Greg Holland

17. Philadelphia Phillies (Previous: 15)

Offseason Overview

The Phillies used a pair of trades to land a long-term center fielder in Ben Revere and a stop-gap veteran third baseman in Michael Young.

The team also signed non-tendered Nationals starter John Lannan to fill the traded Vance Worley's rotation spot. Their success in 2013 will hinge on whether their aging core of superstars can stay healthy and produce at a high level.

They simply don't have the complementary pieces to deal with injuries or ineffectiveness.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

SS Jimmy Rollins
CF Ben Revere
2B Chase Utley
1B Ryan Howard
3B Michael Young
RF Domonic Brown
LF John Mayberry Jr.
C Erik Kratz (Carlos Ruiz suspended first 25 games)
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Roy Halladay
SP Cliff Lee
SP Cole Hamels
SP Kyle Kendrick
SP John Lannan
CP Jonathan Papelbon

16. Boston Red Sox (Previous: 18)

Offseason Overview

The Red Sox added to their winter meetings haul of Shane Victorino and Mike Napoli* with the recent signings of Ryan Dempster and Stephen Drew.

Despite all the signings they've made, the team has managed to avoid getting locked into any long-term deals. As they begin to rebuild the nucleus of their team, they have still managed to put themselves in a position for short-term success as well.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

CF Jacoby Ellsbury
RF Shane Victorino
2B Dustin Pedroia
DH David Ortiz
1B Mike Napoli*
3B Will Middlebrooks
SS Stephen Drew
LF Jonny Gomes
C Jarrod Saltalamacchia

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Jon Lester
SP Ryan Dempster
SP Clay Buchholz
SP Felix Doubront
SP John Lackey
CP Andrew Bailey

*According to Yahoo! Sports, Mike Napoli and the Red Sox are still finalizing his contract after he reportedly failed his physical.

15. Texas Rangers (Previous: 16)

Offseason Overview

It wasn't Zack Greinke or Josh Hamilton, but the Rangers finally made a significant offseason addition with the signing of A.J. Pierzynski to replace Mike Napoli as catcher.

Despite their losses, the Rangers still have a solid offense that should only be better once Jurickson Profar inevitably moves into an everyday role. On the other side of things, their pitching should be solid provided everyone stays healthy.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

2B Ian Kinsler
SS Elvis Andrus
LF David Murphy
3B Adrian Beltre
RF Nelson Cruz
C A.J. Pierzynski
DH Mike Olt
1B Mitch Moreland
CF Leonys Martin

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

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

14. New York Yankees (Previous: 14)

Offseason Overview

The Yankees appear ready to open the season with prospect Austin Romine and veteran backup Chris Stewart manning the catching position, meaning that DH is the only position they need to address before the start of the season.

In theory, the spot will go to Alex Rodriguez once he returns, so a low-cost veteran in the mold of Raul Ibanez last season (perhaps Raul Ibanez again?) seems like the most logical signing.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

RF Ichiro Suzuki
SS Derek Jeter
2B Robinson Cano
1B Mark Teixeira
CF Curtis Granderson
3B Kevin Youkilis (Alex Rodriguez out until midseason)
DH Eduardo Nunez 
LF Brett Gardner
C Austin Romine

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP CC Sabathia
SP Hiroki Kuroda 
SP Andy Pettitte
SP Phil Hughes
SP Ivan Nova
CP Mariano Rivera

13. Arizona Diamondbacks (Previous: 13)

Offseason Overview

The Diamondbacks found their shortstop of the future when they acquired Didi Gregorius from the Reds in a three-team trade that cost them Trevor Bauer.

For the time being, another trade addition in Cliff Pennington will hold down the shortstop spot, while free-agent signing Brandon McCarthy makes an already deep crop of starting pitchers even better.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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 Dec. 20)

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

12. Baltimore Orioles (Previous: 12)

Offseason Overview

The Orioles have stood pat this offseason, with the re-signing of surprise leadoff hitter Nate McLouth marking their only significant offseason move.

However, they enter the season with a set five in the starting rotation after shuffling arms much of last season before they found the right combination. Their pitching should be stronger as a result, and their offense should also get a boost from a full season of Manny Machado.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

LF Nate McLouth
SS J.J. Hardy
RF Nick Markakis
CF Adam Jones
C Matt Wieters
1B Chris Davis
DH Wilson Betemit
3B Manny Machado
2B Brian Roberts

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

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

11. Tampa Bay Rays (Previous: 11)

Offseason Overview

The Rays have upgraded what was a weak offense with the additions of Yunel Escobar and Wil Myers via trade and the signing of James Loney as a free agent.

Myers is the big addition, as he was the Minor League Player of the Year and is capable of making a huge impact if he can adjust quickly to life in the majors. He cost them James Shields, but the staff should still be in good shape with Alex Cobb or Chris Archer ready to step into his spot.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

CF Desmond Jennings
SS Yunel Escobar
2B Ben Zobrist
3B Evan Longoria
LF Matt Joyce
RF Wil Myers
1B James Loney
DH Ryan Roberts
C Jose Molina

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP David Price
SP Jeremy Hellickson
SP Matt Moore
SP Jeff Niemann
SP Alex Cobb
CP Fernando Rodney

10. Atlanta Braves (Previous: 9)

Offseason Overview

The Braves have made one big signing this offseason in adding B.J. Upton, but they still need to address the retirement of Chipper Jones.

The likely solution will be shifting Martin Prado in from left field to play third and either signing or trading for a corner outfielder, but to this point, no progress has been made toward filling that hole.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

LF Martin Prado
CF B.J. Upton
RF Jason Heyward
1B Freddie Freeman
2B Dan Uggla
3B Juan Francisco
SS Andrelton Simmons
C Gerald Laird (Brian McCann doubtful to start season)
Pitcher 

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Tim Hudson
SP Kris Medlen
SP Mike Minor
SP Paul Maholm
SP Randall Delgado
CP Craig Kimbrel

9. Oakland Athletics (Previous: 10)

Offseason Overview

The A's filled their one major hole, the shortstop position, with the signing of Japanese import Hiroyuki Nakajima shortly after Stephen Drew signed a one-year deal with the Red Sox.

Nakajima has hit .310 over the past six seasons with the Seibu Lions, averaging 17 home runs and 16 steals per season. He was signed to a two-year deal with an option for a third year.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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 Hiroyuki Nakajima

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20) 

SP Brett Anderson
SP Jarrod Parker
SP Tom Milone
SP A.J. Griffin
SP Daniel Straily (Bartolo Colon suspended for first five games)
CP Grant Balfour

8. St. Louis Cardinals (Previous: 8)

Offseason Overview

The Cardinals entered the offseason with no clear needs outside of adding a second left-hander to their bullpen, and they addressed that by signing Randy Choate to a three-year deal.

They also added utility infielder Ty Wigginton with a 2-year, $5 million contract.

Losing Kyle Lohse in free agency is a blow, but the trio of Lance Lynn, Shelby Miller and Joe Kelly will compete for the open rotation spot. All three would be rotation locks for most teams.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Adam Wainwright
SP Chris Carpenter
SP Jaime Garcia
SP Jake Westbrook
SP Lance Lynn
CP Jason Motte

7. Los Angeles Dodgers (Previous: 7)

Offseason Overview

The Dodgers spent big to land the top arm on the market. They signed Zack Greinke to a six-year, $147 million deal to slot him behind ace Clayton Kershaw in their rotation.

Trading someone from the group of Aaron Harang, Chris Capuano and Ted Lilly will likely be the focus of the rest of their offseason. They have an abundance of veteran starters and could look to shed some of their now-massive payroll by moving one of them.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

2B Mark Ellis
RF Andre Ethier
CF Matt Kemp
1B Adrian Gonzalez
SS Hanley Ramirez
3B Luis Cruz
LF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Carl Crawford questionable to start season)
C A.J. Ellis 
Pitcher

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

SP Clayton Kershaw
SP Zack Greinke
SP Josh Beckett
SP Hyun-Jin Ryu
SP Aaron Harang
CP Brandon League

6. Cincinnati Reds (Previous: 6)

Offseason Overview

A three-team trade with the Indians and Diamondbacks netted the Reds the leadoff hitter and center fielder they've needed for the past year in Shin-Soo Choo.

They also brought back Ryan Ludwick and Jonathan Broxton, with the latter now serving as the team's closer with flame-throwing Aroldis Chapman moving to the rotation in what should be as interesting a storyline as any this coming season.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

CF Shin-Soo Choo
2B Brandon Phillips
1B Joey Votto
LF Ryan Ludwick
RF Jay Bruce
3B Todd Frazier
C Ryan Hanigan
SS Zack Cozart
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Johnny Cueto
SP Mat Latos
SP Bronson Arroyo
SP Homer Bailey
SP Aroldis Chapman
CP Jonathan Broxton

5. Los Angeles Angels (Previous: 5)

Offseason Overview

The Angels added to their offseason haul in trading Kendrys Morales to the Mariners for left-hander Jason Vargas. He joins Tommy Hanson and Joe Blanton as new additions to the team's rotation.

They also added Ryan Madson and Sean Burnett to their bullpen, but the big signing was obviously the addition of slugger Josh Hamilton. He gives the Angels as potent an offense as any in the league.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Jered Weaver
SP C.J. Wilson
SP Tommy Hanson 
SP Jason Vargas
SP Joe Blanton
CP Ryan Madson

4. Toronto Blue Jays (Previous: 4)

Offseason Overview

The Blue Jays have had as busy an offseason as anyone. An early trade with the Marlins landed them Jose Reyes, Josh Johnson, Mark Buehrle and Emilio Bonifacio, and they signed Melky Cabrera shortly thereafter.

They added to that haul in trading for NL Cy Young winner R.A. Dickey, and they have to be counted among the front-runners in the American League with a completely rebuilt roster and no clear holes top to bottom.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

SS Jose Reyes
LF Melky Cabrera
RF Jose Bautista
1B Edwin Encarnacion
CF Colby Rasmus
3B Brett Lawrie
DH Adam Lind
C J.P. Arencibia
2B Emilio Bonifacio 

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP R.A. Dickey 
SP Josh Johnson 
SP Mark Buehrle
SP Brandon Morrow
SP Ricky Romero
CP Casey Janssen

3. Washington Nationals (Previous: 3)

Offseason Overview

The Nationals found their sought-after center fielder when they traded pitching prospect Alex Meyer to the Twins for Denard Span. They also signed Dan Haren to fill Edwin Jackson's spot in the rotation.

The big question is whether or not they will re-sign first baseman Adam LaRoche, as that would likely trigger a trade of slugger Michael Morse. Aside from that, though, they are as stacked top to bottom as any team in baseball.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

CF Denard Span
RF Jayson Werth
3B Ryan Zimmerman
1B Michael Morse
LF Bryce Harper
SS Ian Desmond
2B Danny Espinosa
C Kurt Suzuki
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Stephen Strasburg
SP Gio Gonzalez
SP Jordan Zimmermann
SP Dan Haren
SP Ross Detwiler
CP Drew Storen

2. Detroit Tigers (Previous: 2)

Offseason Overview

The Tigers signed Torii Hunter early on in the offseason to bolster an offense that was already set to improve with the return of DH Victor Martinez.

They then brought back starter Anibal Sanchez on a huge five-year, $80 million deal to fill out their rotation. That left them with as complete a roster as any in the league.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Justin Verlander
SP Doug Fister
SP Max Scherzer
SP Anibal Sanchez
SP Rick Porcello
CP Bruce Rondon

1. San Francisco Giants (Previous: 1)

Offseason Overview

The reigning champs have to be considered the top team in baseball until proven otherwise. They brought back a trio of key contributors from last season's team in re-signing Angel Pagan, Marco Scutaro and Jeremy Affeldt.

They also brought back Andres Torres to platoon with Gregor Blanco in left field. While that was not the big-splash signing many expected the team to make, the Giants have essentially the same roster as last season and should be right in the thick of things in the NL again this season.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 20)

CF Angel Pagan
2B Marco Scutaro
3B Pablo Sandoval
C Buster Posey
RF Hunter Pence
1B Brandon Belt
SS Brandon Crawford
LF Gregor Blanco
Pitcher

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 20)

SP Matt Cain
SP Madison Bumgarner
SP Tim Lincecum
SP Ryan Vogelsong
SP Barry Zito
CP Sergio Romo