Wexler’s 1996 Crystal Ball: Nine Things You’ll Pretend You Saw Coming

It’s that magical time of year when everyone’s undefeated, every GM thinks they’re a genius, and fans start convincing themselves that their team’s fourth outfielder is “about to break out.” Let’s cut through the optimism fog with nine predictions that are actually worth remembering: 1. One of the Big Boys Goes BustEvery season, a “can’t miss” top-10 team… misses. This year? Circle the Marlins and Twins. Both are riding...