Updated MLB Power Rankings Heading into the New Year

It's been a busy few days since the last edition of these power rankings came out.

Nick Swisher, Raul Ibanez, Cody Ross and Francisco Liriano all found new homes as free agents, and the Pirates dealt closer Joel Hanrahan to the Boston Red Sox in a six-player deal.

The resulting moves didn't exactly shake up the top of the rankings, but there was enough shuffling to justify an updated look at the offseason rankings.

Here is where every team stands with the new year just around the corner as we move ever closer to pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training.

*Note: Rosters taken from MLBDepthCharts.com.

30. Houston Astros (Previous: 30)

Offseason Overview

The Astros could look to add some rotational depth after already bringing on Phil Humber and Alex White to bolster the staff.

Offensively, they appear set to open the season with the lineup they have, with veteran Carlos Pena the only major addition. He'll serve as the team's DH during what will be its first season in the AL.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

SP Lucas Harrell
SP Bud Norris
SP Phil Humber
SP Jordan Lyles
SP Alex White
CP Jose Veras

29. Miami Marlins (Previous: 29)

Offseason Overview

The Marlins couldn't be further from where they were at this point last season in every fathomable way. Talent, outlook, fan excitement. You name it, the Marlins are lacking in it.

The team could still look to move starter Ricky Nolasco, as the free-agent-to-be will likely be playing elsewhere by the end of 2013 one way or another. Aside from that, take a good look at this roster, because it's likely to be the one the Marlins trot out this coming season.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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 pitching-starved Twins have added Vance Worley, Kevin Correia and Mike Pelfrey to aid Scott Diamond in improving what was the AL's worst rotation last season.

Offensively, they'll have to figure out how to replace Ben Revere and Denard Span in the outfield. Keep an eye on Chris Parmelee, as he could be one of the breakout players of 2013 if he can take the next step.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

27. Colorado Rockies (Previous: 27)

Offseason Overview

The Rockies have done next to nothing this offseason to improve what was the worst pitching staff in baseball last season. Reliever Wilton Lopez was acquired from the Astros, and Jeff Francis was re-signed.

Aside from that, they'll hope that healthy seasons from guys like Jorge De La Rosa and Jhoulys Chacin can turn things around.

They still have one of the better lineups in the NL, and getting Troy Tulowitzki back will certainly help, but will it be enough to offset their pitching staff?

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

26. Chicago Cubs (Previous: 26)

Offseason Overview

The Cubs' signing of Edwin Jackson will steal the headlines this offseason, but the team has made a number of midlevel moves that should make it better for 2013 without sacrificing its rebuilding mentality.

Third base remains a major hole, with Ian Stewart and Luis Valbuena expected to platoon as of now, and there is not much in the way of alternative options on the market. 

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

25. New York Mets (Previous: 24)

Offseason Overview

The trade of R.A. Dickey no doubt hurts the Mets in the short term, but they landed a pair of potential impact prospects in Travis d'Arnaud and Noah Syndergaard.

Their payroll constraints have limited their offseason activity, but Collin Cowgill has a chance to be a solid low-cost contributor in the outfield. John Buck has decent power while he keeps the catching position warm for d'Arnaud.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 26)

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

24. San Diego Padres (Previous: 23)

Offseason Overview

It's been a quiet offseason for the Padres. They made their big moves when they re-signed Huston Street and Carlos Quentin during the season.

They have added Jason Marquis and Tyson Ross to help fill out the rotation, but they are still in need of another legitimately reliable starter behind Edinson Volquez and Clayton Richard. 

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

23. Cleveland Indians (Previous: 25)

Remaining Offseason Outlook

Despite the trade of Shin-Soo Choo, the Indians appear to be an improved team this offseason. The Choo trade brought them a promising young starter in Trevor Bauer and a replacement outfielder in speedster Drew Stubbs.

They also signed Nick Swisher and Mark Reynolds and selected Arizona Fall League MVP Chris McGuiness in the Rule 5 draft. It may not be enough to contend for the division title, but they appear to be a better team than last year on the surface.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 26)

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

22. Seattle Mariners (Previous: 22)

Offseason Overview

The Mariners have taken steps to improve their offense this season, trading starter Jason Vargas to the Angels for Kendrys Morales and signing outfielders Raul Ibanez and Jason Bay.

With a handful of potential future stars working their way up through the minor league system, the Mariners are a team with a bright future. However, their present will likely leave them somewhere better than the Astros, but several steps below the other three teams in the AL West.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 26)

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 brought back Jake Peavy on a two-year deal and signed Jeff Keppinger to replace the departed Kevin Youkilis at third base. Aside from that, it's been a quiet offseason.

Free-agent-to-be Gavin Floyd could be moved at some point, and the team could use another reliever after Brett Myers left in free agency. However, they have all of their key pieces in place for the most part.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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 added left-hander Francisco Liriano and catcher Russell Martin this offseason. Their starting pitchers should get more time to develop with Liriano in the mix and should also benefit from the veteran presence of Martin leading the staff.

Closer Joel Hanrahan was packaged with infield prospect Brock Holt and shipped to the Red Sox for four players. The players included prospect Stolmy Pimentel, reliever Mark Melancon and utility players Jerry Sands and Ivan DeJesus Jr. 

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

SP A.J. Burnett
SP Wandy Rodriguez
SP James McDonald
SP Francisco Liriano
SP Kyle McPherson
CP Jason Grilli

19. Milwaukee Brewers (Previous: 19)

Offseason Overview

The Brewers have focused on shoring up their bullpen this offseason, adding Burke Badenhop in a trade with the Rays and signing Tom Gorzelanny as a free agent.

They will return all the key pieces of the highest-scoring offense in the National League last offseason, so if the bullpen can protect a few more leads, they could be right in the thick of things. They may still look to add a veteran starter to their young rotation as well.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

18. Kansas City Royals (Previous: 18)

Offseason Overview

The Royals will enter the 2013 season with a new-look starting rotation that could make them legitimate contenders.

James Shields and Wade Davis were brought aboard in a blockbuster trade with the Rays that cost them top prospect Wil Myers. Ervin Santana was acquired in a trade with the Angels, and Jeremy Guthrie was re-signed.

That leaves Bruce Chen and Luke Hochevar to compete for the fifth starter spot, and the team could look to move one or both of those guys to anyone willing to take them.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

17. Philadelphia Phillies (Previous: 17)

Offseason Overview

The Phillies landed Ben Revere and Michael Young in trades so far this offseason, and they signed non-tendered Nationals starter John Lannan to fill the fifth starter spot. Still, it's safe to say it's been a quieter offseason than most expected for the Phillies.

Their core of stars begun to show their age last season. While they still have the pieces to win, the Phillies don't have the depth to deal with losing any of their stars for an extended amount of time.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

16. Texas Rangers (Previous: 15)

Offseason Overview

With the losses of Josh Hamilton, Mike Napoli and Michael Young, the Rangers offense will have a very different look this coming season. Prospects Mike Olt and Jurickson Profar will likely be counted on to make a significant impact.

They are reportedly interested in free-agent outfielder Michael Bourn (h/t Jon Heyman of CBSSports), and he would certainly give their lineup a boost. Still, they have a lot of run production to replace with or without Bourn.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

15. Boston Red Sox (Previous: 16)

Offseason Overview

It's been a busy offseason for the Red Sox. They had plenty of money to spend following their August blockbuster with the Dodgers.

Their latest move was acquiring closer Joel Hanrahan from the Pirates. That should make the bullpen better as a whole, especially if Andrew Bailey is back to 100 percent. They could still use another starter, though, as it's unwise to expect much of anything from John Lackey.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

SP Jon Lester
SP Ryan Dempster
SP Clay Buchholz
SP Felix Doubront
SP John Lackey
CP Joel Hanrahan

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

14. New York Yankees (Previous: 14)

Offseason Overview

The Yankees have re-signed Hiroki Kuroda, Andy Pettitte, Mariano Rivera and Ichiro Suzuki this offseason. They signed Kevin Youkilis to fill in at third base with Alex Rodriguez expected to be out until midseason.

However, a bottom third of the lineup of Eduardo Nunez, Brett Gardner and Austin Romine doesn't look great. Their depth has taken a hit with the departures of Raul Ibanez, Eric Chavez and Andruw Jones. At least on the surface, they look to have taken a step back from the end of last season.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

13. Baltimore Orioles (Previous: 12)

Offseason Overview

Aside from re-signing Nate McLouth to play left field and hit leadoff, the Orioles have been quiet this offseason. They will stick to their strategy of building from within.

A full season of Manny Machado in the lineup and the imminent arrival of Dylan Bundy to the rotation should make the team better without it adding anyone. It will be interesting to see how the team follows up last season's surprise success.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

12. Arizona Diamondbacks (Previous: 13)

Offseason Overview

After trading Chris Young to the A's, it looked as though the Diamondbacks would turn the starting center field job over to prospect Adam Eaton. That was until they signed Cody Ross to a three-year deal, and while he's not a prototypical leadoff man, he's a far more proven commodity.

The pitching staff also got a boost from the signing of Brandon McCarthy. They maintained their level of depth even with the trade of prospect Trevor Bauer to the Indians.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

CF Cody Ross
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. 26)

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

11. Tampa Bay Rays (Previous: 11)

Offseason Overview

The Rays finally pulled the trigger on moving some of their pitching to improve offensively. They shipped James Shields and Wade Davis to the Royals for top prospect Wil Myers and a solid package of other prospects.

The team won't rush Myers (h/t the Tampa Tribune via CBS Sports). He will likely open the season in the minors, but he should make an impact at some point in 2013.

The team has also added Yunel Escobar and James Loney and should still have a strong pitching staff even with Shields and Davis traded.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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

2013 Projected Rotation (as of Dec. 26)

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

10. Atlanta Braves (Previous: 10)

Offseason Overview

The Braves are still hunting for a left fielder that would allow them to slide Martin Prado in to fill the third base void following Chipper Jones' retirement.

The B.J. Upton signing will be the big move of the offseason for Atlanta, but it also dealt Tommy Hanson to the Angels for reliever Jordan Walden in a major move that should make a great bullpen even better.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

9. Oakland Athletics (Previous: 9)

Offseason Overview

The only significant change for an A's team that surprised everyone with an AL West title last season will be at shortstop, where they signed Hiroyuki Nakajima out of Japan.

Brandon McCarthy also departed in free agency, but the team has a wealth of young pitching talent. Bartolo Colon was re-signed, so Oakland should be fine in the rotation.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26) 

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 needing a left-handed reliever and little else, and they addressed that need with the signing of Randy Choate to a three-year deal.

They also signed utility man Ty Wigginton. He will replace Skip Schumaker on the bench after he was traded to the Dodgers.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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 entered the offseason looking to spend to improve their rotation, and they did just that when they signed Zack Greinke to a six-year, $147 million deal.

They also signed Korean right-hander Hyun-Jin Ryu. As a result, the team will likely look to move someone from the group of Chris Capuano, Aaron Harang and Ted Lilly. 

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

The Reds finally found a leadoff hitter with on-base skills when they traded for Shin-Soo Choo (.381 career on-base percentage).

They also re-signed Ryan Ludwick and Jonathan Broxton. Broxton will serve as the closer, and flame-thrower Aroldis Chapman will move to the rotation.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

After cutting ties with Dan Haren and Ervin Santana, and failing to re-sign Zack Greinke, the Angels completely revamped their lineup this offseason.

Tommy Hanson was acquired from the Braves for reliever Jordan Walden. Jason Vargas was acquired from the Mariners for Kendrys Morales. Joe Blanton was signed as a free agent. They also signed Ryan Madson and Sean Burnett to bolster their bullpen.

All of that pales in comparison to the signing of Josh Hamilton to a five-year, $125 million deal. He gives the team as dangerous a lineup as anyone.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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 gone all-in on winning this season. They pulled off a pair of blockbuster trades to add Jose Reyes, Josh Johnson, Mark Buehrle, Emilio Bonifacio and R.A. Dickey to an already-solid roster of players.

They were expected to have a chance to contend last season before they were decimated by injuries. A combination of healthy incumbents and the newly-acquired crop of talent makes them one of the favorites in the American League this season.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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

Denard Span was brought on board to fill the longtime void in center field. He also gives the team a legitimate leadoff hitter after Jayson Werth, Steve Lombardozzi and Ian Desmond all spent time in that role last season .

Dan Haren was signed to replace Edwin Jackson in the rotation. While he signed a one-year, $13 million deal, he could still wind up being one of the biggest value signings of the offseason.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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 return of Victor Martinez will likely be the most impactful addition of the upcoming season for the Tigers. They also signed Torii Hunter to boost their production from right field, where Brennan Boesch struggled mightily last season.

They also brought back starter Anibal Sanchez on a five-year, $80 million deal to fill out their rotation. While they still have to figure out who will close games in 2013, they have as complete a roster as anyone in the league.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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 Giants have focused on retaining the key pieces of last year's championship team this offseason, re-signing Angel Pagan, Marco Scutaro and Jeremy Affeldt.

Left field was an area some thought they could look to make a splash signing to fill, but it appears as of now that they will go with a platoon of Gregor Blanco and free-agent signing Andres Torres to fill the position.

Either way, the reigning champs get the benefit of the doubt at No. 1 until proven otherwise.

2013 Projected Lineup (as of Dec. 26)

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. 26)

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