The Returning Stars
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Mariano Rivera
Legendary closer had off-season shoulder surgery. But he’s as dominant as ever, and that cut fastball seems eternal.
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Alex Rodriguez
Out until May. Who knows what his mental and physical state will be? But he’s here for the next nine years, so get used to him.
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Derek Jeter
Mr. November is coming off his worst season, and he clearly can’t play short anymore. But you be the one to tell him.
Brand-New Toys
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A.J. Burnett
Fragile, potentially overpowering starter has a tendency to have his best years when he’s about to enter free agency.
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CC Sabathia
The rotund lefty was the best pitcher in baseball last season … but threw a ton of innings. Will he hold up?
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Mark Teixeira
Switch-hitting, powerful first-baseman doesn’t dazzle with charm, but he’s already unpopular with Sox fans, which always helps.
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