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           The Rockies are coming off a season where they made the playoffs for the second consecutive season, a franchise record. They also had a player set the record for most strikeouts in a season (in franchise history). This is how they were built.             CatchersTony WoltersWolters was claimed off waivers from the Indians inContinue reading “How they were built: Colorado Rockies”

         The Diamondbacks lost three of their key players this offseason, leaving them for mediocrity. This is how they were built.          CatchersCarson KellyKelly was acquired from the Cardinals in December with Luke Weaver, Andy Young and a 2019 draft pick for Paul Goldschmidt.John Ryan MurphyMurphy was acquired from the Twins in July 2017 forContinue reading “How they were built: Arizona Diamondbacks”

      The 2011 World Series winners are attempting to get back to their glory days, but this time with a (almost) new core. This is how they were built.       CatchersYadier MolinaMolina was drafted in the 4th round of the 2000 draft.Matt WietersWieters signed with the Cardinals in February.        InfieldersPaul GoldschmidtGoldschmidt was acquired inContinue reading “How they were built: St. Louis Cardinals”

           The Pirates are one of those teams that are hoping to be this year\’s surprise team. There is still a chance, but it looks like the team will be headed for more mediocrity in 2019. This is how they were built.            CatchersFrancisco CervelliCervelli was acquired from the Yankees in November 2014 for JustinContinue reading “How they were built: Pittsburgh Pirates”

            The Brewers have become one of baseball\’s best teams the past few years, with a stellar bullpen and outfield. This is how they were built.              CatchersYasmani GrandalGrandal signed a one year deal with an option for 2020 in January.Manny PinaPina was acquired from the Tigers in December 2015 with Javier Betancourt for FransiscoContinue reading “How they were built: Milwaukee Brewers”