Jeff Zrebiec's roster analysis

Returns for third season to provide right-handed bat, versatility off bench.

Should get majority of starts at first base but needs to produce offensively.

Orioles hoping he bounces back from disappointing 2006 season.

Further removed from arm surgery, leadoff man is back at full strength.

Expected to arrive in better shape and without trade rumors swirling.

His ability to also play infield gives him edge for final bench spot.

Orioles want to know what he'll do if healthy enough to get 550 at-bats.

Will play several positions but main job will be to protect Tejada.

A lot of eyes will be watching how he follows strong rookie season.

A nice surprise last year but has always struggled to stay consistent.

Veteran will bring versatility and attitude to the Orioles' outfield picture.

Journeyman well schooled in how Leo Mazzone wants a game called.

Should be better rested in attempt to duplicate standout 2006 season.

In 15-win season, left no doubt that he has emerged and is Orioles' best pitcher.

Shoulder injury will keep veteran out of Orioles' rotation for much of 2007.

The Orioles need this to be the year right-hander finally figures it out.

Made great strides last year but is being counted on to do much more.

Veteran starter just happened to be in the right place at the right time.

Had his best year with Mazzone, though durability questions remain.

Orioles paid him closer's money to come in and serve as top setup man.

Could fill second left-handed and long relief roles in Orioles' reworked bullpen.

Club would be quite content if submariner duplicates 2006 results.

After last year, there are no more concerns over his ability to fill closer spot.

Left-handed specialist will get chances to earn contract vs. likes of David Ortiz, Jason Giambi.

Orioles banking on him being healthier and in better shape than he was last year.

Likely will make the team but injury history makes him a wild card.

Brian Burres // Will compete with Kurt Birkins and John Parrish if O's take second left-hander in bullpen.

Brandon Fahey // Nice story last year but will be hard-pressed to break camp with team.

Jeff Fiorentino // Offseason additions mean outfielder likely headed for Triple-A Norfolk.

Jeremy Guthrie // Right-handed swing man could benefit if O's goes with only one left-hander in bullpen.

Jim Hoey // O's would prefer hard-throwing reliever get more seasoning in minors.

J.R. House // Catcher's bat could have him in conversation for spot on Orioles' bench.

Jon Knott // Minor league stats impressive but 1B/OF has little big league experience.

Garrett Olson // At some point this season, O's want to get a look at young left-handed starter.

Hayden Penn // Will be in O's rotation at some point this season, if not on Opening Day.

Adam Stern // Outfielder came over in Javy Lopez deal and has shot at last roster spot.