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Here are the latest hot stove notes on this early Sunday afternoon.

- Can any NL East teams make a run at the Phillies’ dominance in 2010?

- The Twins may need to make an offer for Joe Mauer with tax ramifications in mind to make him fully happy.

- Terry Francona has lots of confidence especially in the pitching rotation going into the Red Sox 2010 season.

- A.J. Hinch is ready to make his second year as Diamondbacks manager a much more successful one.

- Will the Tigers help raise a beleaguered Detroit and surprise fans in 2010 with their play?

- Jamie Moyer is hoping 2010 is not his final year.

- J.D. Drew may be more valuable to the Red Sox than the fans may think.

- A breakdown of how the AL West stacks up. Also, the NL Central, and the NL West.

- Cubs phenom prospect Starlin Castro will definitely need more time to develop. As for the Cubs’ bullpen, here are some potential trade options that may develop foe the team to consider pursuing.

- A look at how the NL Central second baseman stack up.

- Here’s a look at which NL Central prospects can make an impact in 2010.

- How will the new outside stadium affect Twins’ closer Joe Nathan.

- Will the Nationals regret the signing of closer Matt Capps?

- The Cardinals are not certain Brendan Ryan will be ready for shortstop on Opening Day, following recent wrist surgery.

- The Yankees will likely find a way to bring back both Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera following next offseason.

Here are some Saturday afternoon notes to check out.

- The Mariners deal for Erik Bedard is official and with that, the team has designated Yusmeiro Petit for assignment.

- Buster Olney reports the Mets, Mariners, and Astros could be players for Rod Barajas.

- Ruben Amaro Jr. has some tough decisions coming up this season.

- Cubs’ fans are hoping Starlin Castro does not end up like former can’t-miss prospect Joel Guzman.

- Take a look at where your favorite team may be projected to finish 2010.

- Jonathan Papelbon may be nearing the end of his time in Boston.

- Ed Chigliak continues to follow the progress of Bryce Harper as he heads into the baseball draft as possibly the number one pick for the Washington Nationals.

- There is still no deal for Jonny Gomes and the Reds, despite the recent speculation he would be returning to the team.

- Pat Gillick returns to the Phillies as a senior adviser.

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