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Reds could have a pretty respectable rotation though the bullpen looks pretty iffy outside of Iglesias. The lineup looks pretty good with CF is the only weak spot (and it may not be an issue if Senzel can handle center). Hopefully Winker's recovered, I love his BA/OBP ablities even if he doesn't end up flashing much power.
 

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Reds could have a pretty respectable rotation though the bullpen looks pretty iffy outside of Iglesias. The lineup looks pretty good with CF is the only weak spot (and it may not be an issue if Senzel can handle center).

Pen has enough talent to be interesting.

I will reiterate Senzel to 3b and Suarez to ss makes the most sense
 

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Pen has enough talent to be interesting.

I will reiterate Senzel to 3b and Suarez to ss makes the most sense
agreed. Reds are a very interesting team going into the season. Fangraphs projects them at just under .500 (79-83), but I think there's considerable upside. I think the Brewers are going to take a step back. Brewers pitching staff projects to regress significantly in 2019 (hell, Fangraphs projects the Reds rotation be worth 4 more WAR than MIL). Also not impressed with their infield outside of Shaw/Grandal. Aguilar had a good 2018, but projections aren't very bullish on him.
 

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Pen has enough talent to be interesting.

I will reiterate Senzel to 3b and Suarez to ss makes the most sense
Bullpens are a crap shoot. If you think you have a good one, it's probably a mistake. Based on 2018, the Reds' bullpen isn't in need of too much upgrade. Some starters from last year will likely go there -- Romano, etc.

Senzel doesn't have to be gifted in CF. He needs to hit and exceed rookie expectations. In 2020, Trammell is projected to be the CF. In the meantime, Scooter just has to be OK at 2B.

I don't think they ever have a serious plan to move Suarez back to SS.
 

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Reds could have a pretty respectable rotation though the bullpen looks pretty iffy outside of Iglesias. The lineup looks pretty good with CF is the only weak spot (and it may not be an issue if Senzel can handle center). Hopefully Winker's recovered, I love his BA/OBP ablities even if he doesn't end up flashing much power.

Eh. You might be underselling how iffy it is lol. If it was up to me, Iglesias would be closing every day and night.

Anticipating to rage over blown leads ( and runners left on base too ) like they always do, but should be a fun season.
 

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agreed. Reds are a very interesting team going into the season. Fangraphs projects them at just under .500 (79-83), but I think there's considerable upside. I think the Brewers are going to take a step back. Brewers pitching staff projects to regress significantly in 2019 (hell, Fangraphs projects the Reds rotation be worth 4 more WAR than MIL). Also not impressed with their infield outside of Shaw/Grandal. Aguilar had a good 2018, but projections aren't very bullish on him.

They do get Nelson back. That is huge
 
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