1. Joe Mauer - MIN

We all knew that Mauer’s 28 HR breakout in 2009 was somewhat of a fluke.  We were hoping for 12-15 in 2010 and he landed at 9.  But we also know about the tremendous production in the average category shown by his lifetime .327 mark.  Draft him for the stability, not for the flash.

2. Victor Martinez - DET

Although V-Mart’s situation in Boston was comforting, he lands into a pretty good place in Detroit’s lineup.  He’ll mostly DH in hopes of preserving his health and he’ll bat next to one of the game’s best sluggers in Miguel Cabrera.  If healthy, he should again challenge the 20 HR and a .290-.300 average.

3. Buster Posey - SF

Last year’s Rookie of the Year has plenty of people excited.  He doesn’t resemble a youngster at all and he carries himself with the demeanor of a 10-year veteran.  Sophomore slump isn’t even in the discussion, as Posey appears to be a very special player.  The only note of caution was Bruce Bochy publically declaring that he would like to keep Posey limited to 130-140 games, with only “full” days off – which means very little first base.

4. Brian McCann - ATL

Despite seeing his average drop for the second year in a row and his RBI total dip from 94 to 77, McCann still hit 21 HRs.  He dropped 10 pounds during the offseason and hasn’t been experiencing any vision problems.  He’s a fine mixed league catcher and should remain in top-5 territory.

5. Carlos Santana - CLE

After hitting 6 homeruns and 22 RBI in only 150 at-bats, the promising backstop had his season cut short with knee surgery.  Santana has been healthy throughout Spring Training and looks primed to have another shot at turning some heads.  He’s unproven, but carries plenty of upside.

6. Geovany Soto - CHC

For the second straight year, Soto was limited due to injury and played in only 105 games.  When he did play, he was extremely productive hitting 17 HRs in 322 at-bats.  If he can turn in a 140-game season, he’ll be a very valuable fantasy asset.

7. Jorge Posada - NYY

The Yankees made the inevitable move and will now have Jorge Posada act as the primary DH.  Posada is in the stage of his career where it is necessary for him not to play the field in order to maintain some level of health.  This might be the last year he qualifies as catcher, so take notice if you miss out on one of the big boys.

8. Mike Napoli - TEX

Napoli was traded twice this offseason and finally landed in a great situation in Texas.  He should receive more consistent playing time than he did in Anaheim and he gets to play 81 games in hitter’s delight in Arlington Stadium.  We are worried about where his batting average may land, but the power should be plenty evident.

9. Miguel Montero - ARI

Montero only played in 83 games last year, but he was able to contribute to fantasy teams when he returned.  He hit 9 HRs and 43 RBI in only 297 ABs but he struck out 71 times (he had 78 K’s in 425 ABs in 2009).  A full season should project some top-10 numbers for mixed leaguers.

10. Kurt Suzuki - OAK

Suzuki might not be a player you target on draft day, but he has the potential to be a serviceable fantasy catcher.  He’s a got a bit of pop, hitting double-digit homeruns over the past two years and he did hit .279 and .274 before last year’s .242 stinker.