At this writing, there are 95 days days (give or take, depending upon your team of choice) until pitchers and catchers report and 143 days until Opening Day. While it's tempting to find a cave in which to hibernate—or at least a window simply to stare out and wait for spring, Rogers Hornsby-style—the hot stove season is already underway. Here are 11 storylines worth following as it heats up.
1. More toss-ups than usual for the major awards
Who (if anyone) will rob Mike Trout of that elusive second MVP award? Was Gary Sanchez's late-season power burst enough to overcome the substantial head start by Michael Fulmer for AL Rookie of the Year honors?