DeRosa, Mark

- Second Base•Third Base•Outfield, Cleveland Indians

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Baseball Player Info

AL
Age	35
Bats or Throws	Right

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Another Year, Another Team

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Reviewed by JSchuman
February 28, 2010
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DeRosa's 2008 and 2009 seasons are a lock to be the two best of his career. I don't see him being a complete bust in 2010, but he won't match his 2009 totals, and certainly not his 2008 totals. .265-75-15-75-3 in 520 at bats

Positives / Upside	The Giants were desperate for offense this offseason, so they decided to take a chance on DeRosa. He has been a consistent source of offensive production the past two season, and should continue that trend while batting in the middle of the Giants' order in 2010. He pounded 23 homeruns last season, while collecting 78 runs and 78 RBI.
Negatives / Downside	DeRosa's late career power surge was a nice surprise, but don't expect it to continue. He's 35 and moving into a distinct pitcher's park. Furthermore, the Giants offense will be better, but still poor. Furthermore, after his career season in 2008, DeRosa started what is sure to be a swift decline in 2009. Expect that decline to continue in 2010. He has all the makings of being a bust.
Recommendation	Only at a discount
Draft Position	228