Although the Reds are unlikely to be competitive in 2016, a huge step can be made towards consistent success in the future. That step involves two things; the reintegration of Devin Mesoraco into the Cincinnati lineup, and keeping the newly reintegrated Mesoraco healthy.
Mesoraco had a fantastic 2014. Perhaps “fantastic” doesn’t quite describe it effectively. Mesoraco destroyed the baseball in 2014. Once you demonstrate a capability, you own it. Mesoraco has proven he owns the capability of “baseball destruction.” Injuries, at times, can remove your capabilities. In 2015, Mesoraco was injured and missed most of the season. In 2016, Mesoraco’s sole purpose will be to prove that he can still destroy baseballs with the best of them.