*1987 Bold Predictions and Things to Watch*

[Clay]

I'm going sleeper for IL HR's. Cliff Burgett. Mark it down.

I like Burgett... I actually almost listed him as the IL Stout Slugger runner-up.

[Jistic]

Need him to be healthy though.

We don't play in a HR hitters park so will be a tall task for him.

[BradZ]

I've been hesitant to post anything since this is my first season and I don't want to jinx anybody. I'm not sure this qualifies as a bold prediction, but I'm going to put Mel Woodbury down for a 30-30 season.

Let's say,

.290/.390/.540 110 R 35HR 121 RBI 32 SB

which might put him in the discussion for Stout Slugger.

Dear God what have I done?

[Gyrodork]

I've been hesitant to post anything since this is my first season and I don't want to jinx anybody. I'm going to put Mel Woodbury down for a 30-30 season.

Dear God what have I done?

I'll have Chan Salguero (see my predictions) save Mel a seat in the ambulance.

[Clay]

Another prediction....

The Colonials will have their first legit New Brew candidate since Nelson won it in '79. Herrerra, Rhodes and McQueen will all be regulars all season.

Kind of flying under the radar... but keep an eye on this prediction...

Fireballer Jayson McQueen is quietly emerging as a solid rookie reliever and a legit New Brew candidate to watch.

- Leading the league in appearances
- 0.89 WHIP
- 10.80 K/9 - 46 K's - 8 Holds

We're grooming him to be the Closer of the future and he's quickly showing his worth. Like this kid a lot!