We don’t consider ourselves pessimists, but we found it intriguing to take a closer look at the number of high profile players off to slow starts in 2008. We’ll get around to the more upbeat All-Surprise Team eventually, but for now, take a look at some of the less fruitful preseason draft choices.

While injured players can make this list, players who have fallen short of expectation strictly because of a disabled list stint weren’t eligibile. Alex Rodriguez, J.J. Putz and Jimmy Rollins are a few examples of those types of players. With or without injury, a player had to have some sort of early expectations, then crashed, burned and fell well short of them. Read more »

Now is a tricky time of year in fantasy baseball. We, as owners, are tormented by hot and cold players alike, and we struggle to keep our eyes on the big picture. Sleepers and bust predictions are taking shape, but be sure and keep things in proper perspective. Let us help you with our list of surprises and disappointments. And for good measure, we’ll give you some bullpen notes to ponder.

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