Healthy Cubs Look Stronger In NL East Race
Cubs appear favored to repeat as division champions with a deep lineup and strong pitching. Jim Frey returns as manager after a 96 65 season and led by Ryne Sandberg Scott Sanderson Rick Sutcliffe and a productive offense with Leon Durham Jody Davis Gary Matthews Bob Dernier Keith Moreland and Cey. Montreal Montreal is noted for Tim Raines Andre Dawson and Tim Wallach but pitching questions linger behind Steve Rogers.
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Royals boast best ballclub in AL
Kansas City sixties out of tough AL West race last season to finish 84-78, led by George Brett and Willie Wilson down the stretch and Dan Quisenberry in relief. Minnesota and Chicago pose chief challenges as the Royals seek repeat, with Darryl Motley and Steve Balboni potential leaders and Jim Sundberg adding a defensive upgrade.
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Padres eye first NL West title in 16 years
The San Diego Padres look to break a 16 year drought and challenge the NL West. Key moves include LaMarr Hoyt signing, Tim Stoddard joining from Chicago, and Ed Whitson’s departure to New York as teams like Atlanta and Los Angeles weigh veteran returns and youth in a wide opening division race.
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Tigers roar back in top AL East chase
Detroit aims to defend its division title with Morris Petry and Wilcox leading a strong rotation aided by Hernandez and Lopez. Stars Parrish Gibson Trammell Whitaker fueled by a solid lineup headlined by Boggs Armas Rice Evans Gedman. Orioles Yankees Blue Jays and Brewers also profiled with key pitchers and sluggers highlighted. Cleveland notes Blyleven return but weak supporting cast.
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