It’s time for spring training! Pack up your bags, book your flights and head off to Goodyear, Arizona.
The Indians are gearing up for another run at the playoffs in 2015. And this year, the Tribe is gearing up for a run at the American League Central crown, as well.
This year, the Indians look poised to make a serious run, and, depending on how things shake up, they could be in the conversation as one of the league’s best teams. There are some small kinks in that plan though, as the Indians’ postseason hopes hinge on several players being healthy, a few players taking steps forward (most notably in the starting rotation) and for one or more prospects to come up and make an impact later in the season.
Got all that? No?
Well, that’s all right. Over the course of this article, I’m going to break down everything, starting with a recap of the offseason, all the way up to a breakdown of the position battles to keep an eye on in spring training.
Let’s get to it.
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