Australian born Pitcher, Grant Balfour would hit his stride late in his career when after a near ten year run in middle relief he won the closer’s role with the Oakland Athletics.  Balfour would be named an All Star in 2013 and would tally 38 Saves for the season.

From 2005 to 2008, Grady Sizemore was considered one of the better players in the American League, and was named to the All Star Game three years in a row.  In this timeframe, the Outfielder had at least 170 Hits and 20 Home Runs per season and always received MVP votes.  He would also win two Gold Gloves and a Silver Slugger.  Injuries reduced him to a shell of what he was, but he is still well regarded in Cleveland, which is where he was a star.

Named an All Star three times, Dan Uggla would not always have the best Batting Average (though he did walk a considerable amount) but did show some good power with five consecutive seasons hitting over 30 Home Runs.  Uggla would also win the Silver Slugger in 2003.

A three-time All-Star, Dan Haren played for a lot of teams in MLB (8), but also has the distinction of being one of the few players to have defeated all 30 MLB teams.  When Haren was on, he was known for a dazzling array of pitches and exceptional control.  Haren was a three time league leader in SO/BB and as of this writing is in the top ten all-time in that category.  Haren also had two top ten finishes in Cy Young voting.