ESPN released their preseason Power Rankings:
Houston Astros - 26th
A veteran lineup that grew a bit older with the addition of Ivan Rodriguez. The pitching staff has some questions, especially at the back end with Mike Hampton and Russ Ortiz.
NL Central rundown:
Cubs - 4th
Cardinals - 12th
Brewers - 14th
Reds - 17th
Pirates - 29th
We didn't come out here to play tiddlywinks, son.
-Hal Smith
