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Although they might be a year or two away from contending for a playoff spot, the 2009 Reds should be improved. Transitioning from a team that lived and died by the three-run homer to a team built on pitching, defense and speed is still a work in progress. Youngsters Bruce, Votto, Volquez, Cueto and Chris Dickerson along with 2008 first round pick Yonder Alonso and some Minor League pitching prospects give Reds fans some hope for the future. GM Walt Jocketty took over in April 2008 and has proven he knows how to build winning ball clubs.

Growing pains should be expected with many young players in the lineup but the Reds should receive long-term gain for letting the kids play. A fairly strong pitching staff should also ease some pressure off of the young position players. To the pitching staff’s delight, many balls in the outfield the dropped to the grass in front of the two statues in the corners should be caught this year.