Yet another in a wide field of pitching prospects developed by the Astros before being shipped elsewhere, Patton has demonstrated remarkable consistency, grinding his way through start after start with very few blowouts or meltdowns. His walks are a bit high, and his strikeouts a bit low, which means he'll probably need to keep walking that wire for another year to get a shot at anything near Camden Yards. He looked capable once again in 20 relief appearances for the Orioles in 2011 (2-1, 3.00, 1.00) and should be a favorite for a bullpen spot in 2012. If he fails to make the cut, don't fret: he'll be back later in the year.