After the jump we examine each of the 50+ players invited to spring training's chances of making the 25 man roster.
Rotation
LHP Scott Kazmir- No need to expand on this one - the question is whether he pitches like first half Kazmir or second half Kazmir.
RHP James Shields- The new millionare, hopefully he's underpaid for his performance this year.
RHP Matt Garza- No doubt that Garza is our third starter, has some pressure on him after being acquired for Delmon Young.
RHP Andrew Sonnanstine- After the top three Sonnanstine is the best bet to make the rotation, I think he's a lock.
RHP Edwin Jackson- Can't be sent down, but apparently was shopped around this off-season.
RHP Jason Hammel- Out of options as well, not too much to prove in Durham anyhow, probably deserves a chance.
RHP Jeff Niemann- Has an option left and needs to work on durablility issues before joining rotation.
RHP Wade Davis- Minor league camp.
LHP Jake McGee- Minor league camp.
LHP David Price- Maybe in September.
RHP Chris Mason- Minor league camp.
Bullpen
CP Troy Percival- Not much to say here, he's our closer for the next two seasons if healthy.
SU Al Reyes- Was second half due to injury or sudden talent drop?
SU Dan Wheeler- Should bounce back after horrible 2007.
LHP J.P. Howell- Will battle for the lefty reliever spot.
LHP Kurt Birkins- Will battle for the lefty reliever spot.
RHP Juan Salas- Has an option left, one of the better relievers last year.
RHP Grant Balfour- Probably an odd man out.
RHP Scott Dohmann- Showed flashes.
RHP Gary Glover- Could be the team's long reliever, hopefully isn't placed into high leverage situations.
RHP Chad Orvella- Out of options.
RHP Scott Munter- Won't make team out of spring, but a good low key move.
RHP Calvin Medlock- One of the first in line at Durham.
LHP James Houser- Still serving suspension.
RHP Mitch Talbot- One of the first in line at Durham.
RHP Jae Kuk Ryu- One of the first in line to be designated for assignment.
Catchers
Dioner Navarro- Hopes to build off strong second half.
Mike DiFelice- Veteran + defense = roster spot.
Shawn Riggans- Not dependable.
Hector Gimenez- Durham bound.
John Jaso- Minor league camp.
Infield
1B Carlos Pena- Breakout and contract in hand, time to prove doubters wrong.
2B Akinori Iwamura- New position, hopefully same Aki.
SS Jason Bartlett- Defensive wizard.
3B Joel Guzman / Willy Aybar- Nothing is more fun than a good ol' platoon.
3B Evan Longoria- Needs help to make roster.
SS Reid Brignac- Minor league camp.
SS Ben Zobrist- Will compete for reserve infielder role.
SS Andy Cannizaro- Will compete for reserve infielder role.
2B Elliot Johnson- Minor league camp, might get designated for assignment
Outfield
LF Carl Crawford- Not much to say.
CF B.J. Upton- Will be around here soon.
RF Rocco Baldelli- Can he stay healthy finally?
RF Jonny Gomes- Will platoon with Floyd / Rocco.
RF Cliff Floyd-Will platoon with Gomes / Rocco
RF Justin Ruggiano- One of the first in line at Durham.
CF Fernando Perez- One of the first in line at Durham.
OF Jon Rodriguez- Insurance policy.
OF Chris Richard- Vet presence in Durham.
OF Jon Weber- Vet presence in Durham.