Braves and Brewers reshuffle NL as 1998 dawns
The Marlins face a major overhaul after the 1997 World Series win as 12 players depart and Milwaukee shifts to the NL Central. Atlanta sits as the East favorite with a star-studded rotation while Mets, Expos, and others plot rebuilding paths for a changed league.
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Pro Player Stadium
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Cleveland
Kevin Brown
Moises Alou
Robb Nen
Braves
Brewers
National League Preview Warns of a Long Rebuild
NL teams face tough outlooks as spring losses loom large. Phillies project slight gains after 68-94, while Cardinals rely on Mark McGwire to chase a record. Dodgers strengthen rotation with Drei fort and Martinez, Padres land Kevin Brown, and Rockies expect Kile to anchor Coors Field. Diamondbacks unveil new-ballpark glamour with Wil Williams bat cleanup and Showalter in dugout.
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Cardinals
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St. Louis
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Astros
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Moises
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Rockies
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Barry Bonds
Giants
San Francisco
Arizona Diamondbacks
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Andy Benes
Matt Williams
Buck Showalter
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Leonard wins The Players Championship in Ponte Vedra
Justin Leonard charged from five behind to close with a 67 and win The Players Championship at 10 under 278, earning $720,000. Tom Lehman and Glen Day finished two back. Day faltered with bogeys late and Mattiace double bogeyed 17. Tiger Woods tied for 35th after a final 72.
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