(Editor's note: This is the latest in a series of posts briefly breaking down each team's draft. It will culminate in the debut of the 2010 Power Rankings at the end.)
Dave is feeling the heat from his fan base. While it knows he has the brains, it views him as a kid who can't compete with the big boys. He needs to make the playoffs this year or he could find himself on the hot seat next season.
Focus: Hitting. Including keeepers, four of his first five picks were hitters - and very good all-around bats at that. He didn't take a live pitcher until Round 7.
Storyline: Overloading one MLB team. Last year it was the Rays for Dave, this year it's the Phillies. He has Rollins, Ibanez and Victorino. Nice fantasy players, but not even the top three on Philadelphia.
Headscratcher: His relief pitching. If Matt Thornton does close, then it's not a headscratcher. But if he is in his usual setup role, why take just one closer - a good one, too - and pair him with two hold pitchers?
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