AL East Wrap-up

In the interest of putting my money where my mouth is, I should probably lay down how I think the whole ball of wax will end up.

The Yankees are the reigning champs, they added Damon and got Bernie Williams out of the way and "How Jason Giambi Got His Groove Back" became the feel-good hit of the summer. Their pitchers are starting to settle in and there are simply too many question marks in the rest of the division to hand it off to anyone else.

Boston could be strong and have addressed holes in the bullpen, in CF and in the infield while holding onto the engine that makes the offense go - Manny and Papi.

Toronto overspent, but should be in the hunt this year. If for no other reason, they may take Dumbo's feather past the All-Star break before they realize they are missing pieces. As a Moneyball team, they will win, but I think they're falling short (see the Mets last year).

Tampa and Baltimore... thanks for playing. We'll enjoy picking over your rosters for one or two fantasy players who hit well with no one on base in half-empty stadiums. Oh, and to the Rays - Keep up your newfound talent as Yankee-killers.


American League East
1.) New York Yankees
2.) Boston Red Sox
3.) Toronto Blue Jays
4.) Baltimore Orioles
5.) Tampa Bay Devil Rays