Who’s Not: Rookie Aaron Hicks was arguably Minnesota’s biggest disappointment, hitting just .192/.259/.338. However, he had eight homers and nine steals in just 81 games, so it’s clear the 24-year-old has upside. … Prospect Kyle Gibson struggled in his 10-game audition, posting a 6.53 ERA and 1.75 WHIP.
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Who’s Hurt: Joe Mauer missed the final five weeks because of a concussion, but he says he’s symptom-free now. Hopefully this won’t be another Justin Morneau situation for Minnesota. … Josh Willingham missed 51 games, primarily due to a left foot injury. He remains an injury risk.
2013 Team Ranks
Home Runs: 18th (151)
Stolen Bases: 27th (52)
ERA: 29th (4.55)
Projected Lineup
1. Alex Presley, LF
2. Brian Dozier, 2B
3. Joe Mauer, 1B
4. Josh Willingham, DH
5. Oswaldo Arcia, RF
6. Trevor Plouffe, 3B
7. Kurt Suzuki, C
8. Pedro Florimon, SS
9. Aaron Hicks, CF
Projected Rotation
1. Ricky Nolasco, RHP
2. Kevin Correia, RHP
3. Phil Hughes, RHP
4. Sam Deduno, RHP
5. Mike Pelfrey, RHP
Projected Bullpen
1. Closer: Glen Perkins, LHP
2. Setup: Jared Burton, RHP
3. Setup: Casey Fien, RHP
