The Rockies spent a lot on and expect a lot from left-hander Mike Hampton. Now he takes aim at 40-40. GM Gerry Hunsicker said it. The biggest factor in Houston's season will be closer Billy Wagner's comeback from a bum elbow. Stick foot in.
Great season is redemption.
Righty Ben Sheets won Olympic gold and universal praise. Free agency beckons a great closer, Ugueth Urbina. Outfielder Tuyoshi Shinjo had no trouble adjusting to life away from Japan. First baseman Travis Lee looks to reverse a multiyear fall from rookie sensation to underproducer. Just throw strikes.