Don’t be surprised if Ryan Howard reaches historic numbers this year. Following his MVP season in 2006 (58 HR, 149 RBI, .313 BA), Howard admitted that he got a little caught up in the awards dinner circuit and probably didn’t prepare for the 2007 season as well as he could have. This may have factored into an awful start, a two-week stint on the disabled list, a 45-point drop in batting average and a major league record 199 strikeouts.
Still, Howard was anything but disappointing, mashing 47 homers with 136 RBI. Just think about what a refocused off-season could mean for Howard. It can’t hurt that Pat Burrell will be extra motivated, playing in the final year of his ridiculous contract (Houston, you'll love Ed Wade). Burrell could finally provide some legit protection batting behind Howard. Remember, this will only be Ryan Howard’s third… yes, third… full season in the big leagues, which means he'll probably get even better. Pitchers, be afraid. Very afraid.
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