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OCT. 31 RANK: 14

The bar graphs reflect the average points given by the voters for each category.
The overview
Now is their time: Felix Hernandez is still healthy, Robinson Cano is still in the prime of his career, and the Mariners bet a ton of money that Nelson Cruz could push them over the top. No AL West team has more at stake in 2015. -- Buster Olney
The dilemma
Brad Miller and Chris Taylor are battling it out this spring for the starting shortstop job. Miller was considered the better prospect before last season, when he hit just .221 and made 18 errors. Taylor was more consistent defensively and swung the bat better, but he wasn't good enough to win the job outright. It should be an interesting competition. -- Jim Bowden
Impact prospect
Right-hander Carson Smith comes from a low slot with two plus pitches, including a slider that right-handers probably won't pick up. Even if they do, they probably won't hit it. -- Keith Law