So they say 2013 is a year for the Arizona Diamondbacks and, although the club is presently tied for first in the NL West, 2014 is a true come back to form. Such an event, Arizona considers its lineup not just for the remaining of this small period, but for as well: next Who'll remain and who'll go? Who'll get that next juicyAcontract? Here are chances that all 25-man lineup player (including "regulars" currently on the DL) will remain for 2014a'as the Upton and Young sagas exhibited, anything is possible. This list is arranged from most to least likely to remain. Paul Goldschmidt: Arizona was eager to re-sign Goldy this offseason, giving a half-million-dollar contract to him on March 2 before giving in and bathing Goldschmidt with a, $32 million deal on March 29. Goldschmidt is the real thing and may become Arizona's first true operation player at first base. Miguel Montero: This All-Star catcher is perhaps one of the most underrated assets in the D-Backs' tool belt, though his 2013-2017 $60 million contract shows the group knows quite well about his true worth. It is the greatest in team history, indicating Montero is very likely not going anywhere, though a no-trade clause does not be included by the deal. Ian Kennedy: After recording the NL wins lead in 2011a'tied with Cy Young award winner Clayton Kershawa'Kennedy has typically been called the D-Backs' No. 1 beginner, a title he likely will bring with him well to the 2014 football season. Previously called the D-Backs' "rookie sensation," Goldschmidt is currently their daily first baseman.Christian Petersen/Getty Pictures Wade Miley: Just how can this small pitcher be anything but No. 1 on the 2014 returnee number? Crazy. Adam Eaton, A.J. Its outfield have been shuffled by pollock: Arizona quite considerably especially for its up-and-comers, namely Eaton and Pollock. If anyone will be around next year, it surely will be Eaton with Pollock close behind. Aaron Hill: Though a 2012 option was declined by Arizona on Hill on Halloween 2011, the membership quickly scooped Hill out of free agency on November 15 that year with a two-year deal, increasing Hill to three in February 2013. Slope is Arizona's 2nd baseman and with Josh Wilson serving as backup, Hill will more than likely hang in there for at least still another year. Daniel Hudson: Young, still waiting on service accrual for arbitrationa'he's a keeper even with that irritating injury. J.J. Putz: Signing an extension to remain for the 2013 season, Putz has shown an affinity for final ballgames that's not faded recently. If he remains healthy, that one-year, $7 million 2014 choice could be taken by the end of the season. Trevor Cahill: Acquired from Oakland a year ago, Cahill is closed through 2015 with alternatives for 2016 and 2017. As Arizona begins to locate its starting turning, Cahill has been placed immediately behind Kennedy in the No. 2 slot, suggesting a firm determination for at the very least the immediate future. Martin Prado: Prado's four-year contract to perform through 2016 implies that at long last, Arizona has discovered its third baseman. He stands to get $7 million this year and $11 million the next, making him a fairly economical option for the corner. Scouted through-and-through, recent news on the injury top might easily keep Eaton a through 2014 and beyond.Christian Petersen/Getty Pictures David Hernandez: Hernandez is closed through 2014 and is really a strong yet young pressure in the D-Backs bullpen. He is enough of a principal to hang around until at least next April. Brad Ziegler: The bullpen can be quite a dangerous spot to play on a one-year agreement, but Ziegler was able to obtain a $3.15 million pay heading into 2013. If the purchase price stays right, he may stay yet another year if he's maybe not gobbled up by an MLB enemy first. Josh Collmenter: Another quality pitcher, Collmenter is still small and still developinga'plus, as a youngster with just 2 yrs of MLB service, he is cheap. Eric Chavez: Though he and Prado can platoon the hot place in 2013, at some time one will more than likely get the position full-time. Their commitment has been already demonstrated by the Diamondbacks to Prado with a lengthy commitment while Chavez is playing on the winds of a one-year deal. When the flashlight ultimately is passed, Kubel can correctly receive a good amount of credit. Until then, he is a D-Back.Christian Petersen/Getty Images Patrick Corbin/Matt Reynolds: These pitchers may find themselves back in Triple-A on Opening Day 2014, although if recent harm styles have experienced something regarding it, both is going to be back on the list come next time. Wil Nieves: Montero and the Diamondbacks plainly require a backup catcher, and Nieves just is actually one. At under $1 million, Nieves is just a low priced optiona'this yeara'though he may also prove a tertiary selection during business year. Willie Bloomquist: Yet another victim of the damage bug, Bloomquist makes this number by being truly a member of the "if-healthy" 25-man lineup. Certain, Pennington and Hill will complete the center infield with Wilson as second fiddle, but once Bloomquist returns, he certainly will get another shota'if he remains healthier. Eric Hinske: Purchased to support the small Goldschmidt, Hinske is really a essential backup in the beginning base, but on a contract and with trade period just around the corner, is he also expendable? Cody Ross: After being dumped by the Red Sox following a unsatisfactory 2012a'they did not restore his contracta'Arizona picked up Ross on a, $26 million package, suggesting a significantly firm commitment to the seven-year MLB veterinarian. However, Ross has played for his share of teamsa'the Tigers, Dodgers, Reds, Marlins, Giants and Red Soxa'which does make him a business bait candidate, especially if the D-Backs' young outfielders find their way in 2013. Brandon McCarthy: Another pitcher who visited the Oakland-to-Arizona turnpike, McCarthy is in his childhood with the D-Backs, indicating he's not off-limits as it pertains to positions and purchases. McCarthy is closed through 2014. Cliff Pennington: Also signed through 2014, Pennington is really a low-cost energy player that Arizona sorely needed planning into 2013. Appropriately, until that infield is set in stone, Pennington will remain a valuable player for GM Kevin Towers. Josh Wilson: Wilson is still another journeyman of a ballplayer, however with Bloomquist's present injury, his backup services are invaluable. With a wholesome infield, but, Wilson will be the first to go. When given to be able to perform, Parra may be impressive. The question is, will Parra remain given an opportunity to play?Mike McGinnis/Getty Images Tony Sipp: Out of the bullpen, Sipp will have to prove his worth showing Towers he's worthy of a 2014 season with Arizona. Heath Bell: After a slumping time with the Miami Marlins, Bell came to Arizona already riding a, $27 mil deal, with a choice for 2015a'the Marlins will pay $8 million of the $21 million remaining on Bell's deal. As such, Bell is absolutely expendable if he doesn't perform well.
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