Updated weekly, the market watch will keep an eye on the 'stock' of MLB players based on their recent performance. Check back each weekend to find the latest bargains or duds.
(Updated 10/30/07)
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Alex Rodriguez's (FA) value can't increase by much, but he could be returning to the shortstop position in 2008.
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Josh Beckett (BOS) has always been one of the most heralded pitchers in baseball, and he finally put it all together in 2007. That being said, he was even better in the post-season. He could be the 1st/2nd pitcher drafted (Peavy).
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Jacoby Ellsbury (BOS) looks to be a very similar player to Grady Sizemore, but he will play the 2008 season with a much better top of the order around him with Pedroia, Ortiz and Manny hitting behind him. Look for a ton of steals, but limited power in 2008.
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Curt Schilling (BOS) had a very solid 2nd half and postseason. He'll be undervalued due to his age heading into 2008, but don't forget about him, especially if he ends up back in Boston.
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Matt Holliday (COL) left little doubt about how dominant a force he is at the plate. He should be a late 1st round pick in 2008.
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Coco Crisp (BOS) is likely to end up playing outside of Boston in 2008 and could be a sleeper to put up good numbers. He's still young and had a solid, but unspectacular 2007 season.
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Bobby Abreu's (NYY) value will be dramatically impacted by A-Rod's departure. He is still a solid option, but expect his run production to drop in 2008.
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Jorge Posada (NYY) might face unreasonable expectations following a career year, a potentially big payday combined with his 37th birthday.
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Brad Hawpe (COL) looked terrible in the World Series. Despite the big year, he should be a platoon player.
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Takashi Saito's (LAD) value could be diminished with the possibility of Mariano Rivera joining the Dodger bullpen.
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Jon Papelbon (BOS) is probably the best reliever in baseball and could be for the next 10 years, that said, will his value ever be higher?
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