[BCF4L]

Weathers does still have it, and I would say that he is one of the better setup men in the league. His stats from 2008: 3.25 ERA, 19 Holds, and only 4 Blown Saves. Doesn't sound too bad to me. Now, I wouldn't make him my closer, but in the 7th/8th inning role he should be just fine.

And I agree with BCF4L that the Reds will lean on their pitching this year. The pen has the potential to be one of baseball's best, with Cordero at the back end and a slew of good setup men in front. Remember, the Reds just signed Arthur Rhodes (2.04 ERA, 24 Holds, murder on leftys) to add to an already solid group of Burton, Bray, and Weathers. Add in Massett and Lincoln as long men and you have a very impressive bullpen.

The rotation is not as solidified, although I think a healthy Harang bounces back and along with Volquez gives the Reds a 1-2 at the top to match up with anybody. Arroyo is decent as an innings-eater, and Cueto has the potential to be just as good if not better than Volquez. Owings will be the best 5th starter they have had in a while.

The main question is will the team score enough runs to win? The additon of Willy Tavares certainly gives the team more speed at the top, but his on-base percentage was terrible last year. If he improves at getting on base, Votto and Bruce will be waiting to knock him in.

If Taveras has a season like 07 instead of 08 then I think the Reds could do some damage this year. All of this considering Harang is back to his usual form of course.