Every year, hundreds of rookies touch down in the major leagues for the first time. Each has the same goal: to demonstrate to his team and the fans that he has what it takes to be a baseball star.
Luckily for them, they have a generous margin of error should they not immediately succeed. While the fans might not be patient, managers usually are; most people who matter understand that it takes time to transition to the big show.
Unfortunately, not everyone has this safety net. For many playersùfailed prospects, faded stars, and wrinkling journeymenùa bad season could signal the end of their careers, or at least leave them to struggle for the playing time they once took for granted.
Here's a look at 10 players who could fall off a cliff if they take another step back in 2010 ...
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Article written by Lewie Pollis
Do or Die: Ten Players Who Have Everything to Lose in 2010
Posted: 30th December 2009 by Lewie Pollis in MLBComments Off on Do or Die: Ten Players Who Have Everything to Lose in 2010