10. St. Louis Cardinals, NPV: $142.72 million
Strengths: Colby Rasmus is one of the top center field prospects in the game. Brett Wallace might be the best pure hitter in the minors. Good depth, especially with relievers and at third base.
Weaknesses: Starting pitching needs improvement. Question marks with middle infield prospects.
Looking forward: Jeff Lunhow has done a nice job improving the system as St. Louis had one of the worst farm systems in the league a few years ago. The system could lose a few players to the majors so they'll need some guys to take steps forward.
Prospect to watch: Adam Reifer, RP. A nice find from college, Reifer has the chance for two plus-plus pitches and could rocket through the minors in 2009.
The Hardball Times
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