Each day I will take a look at one of the 9 starting positions and evaluate
it. I
will also list the positions in the order in which I think the 2009
Lineup should be set.

#1 Shortstop

Jimmy
Rollins will once again be handling the duties at SS. Last year was an
up and down season for Jimmy. Although he was only out for a month when
he hurt his ankle against the Mets, an injury like that tends to linger
for a few more months. Luckily Eric Bruntlett filled in and did a great
job while Jimmy was gone. This year I expect Jimmy to start off hot.
Especially if he wants to live up to his prediction of 112 wins. This
might be the most dependable position the Phillies have this year.
Jimmy will be starting, Bruntlett is currently the backup and Jason
Donald is just making a name for himself. That gives the Phils a lot of
depth and talent at the SS position.

Overall Grade: A