Not only CAN we, but it's really an outstanding team overall ...
You know. Something to do, while we stare out the window and wait for spring.
Did you know there are still 91 free agents available on the MLB winter market? Sure, some of these guys are going to either retire by choice (Andy Pettitte?) or "retire" through lack of interest.
ABut amost 100? Really? Yes, it's true. And while it's also true that most of the big names and stars (not always the same thing!) have been snapped up, we could build two pretty decent 25-man rosters (divided by league, of course) with careful attention to that list. Let's take a look at one version of what's possible, then we'll have a few quick questions for you to consider and answer.
Question of the Day ...
What baseball-related "New Year's resolutions" should various members -- players, management, front office -- of Team Blue Jay carry into 2011? Be as creative and inventive as you like (but let's stay away from the snarky and rude, hey?)
Sidebar question of the day ...
What baseball-related resolutions do YOU have in 2011? (Note, as long as you're writing about yourself, snarky and rude are just fine!)
Originally published Dec. 31, 2004. This story has been slightly modified and re-edited for today's encore presentation here.
It's New Year's Eve, from Toronto to here in D/FW, out toward Cali, and by the time most of you read this, it will be the new year in places like Seattle, Vancouver and Honolulu. In that spirit, see if you can't find a minute or two today to offer New Year's wishes to your fellow Bauxites, using the below format (yes, that's still the challenge!), made possible by the miracle workers at Baseball-Reference.com:
First, some advice ... if you need a little pick-me-up in order to find your bliss on New Year's day ...
Jose Molina got the start behind the plate as he catches a warm-up toss from starter Brandon Morrow in the Jays bullpen. This picture was the first time I realized there was a small number 8 on his catcher's mask. Molina would contribute to the Jays offense with an RBI single and a walk.
Lefty Brett Cecil sets the tone with seven innings of one-run ball against the Twins.

Octavio Dotel spent time with Pittsburgh, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Colorado in 2010.
In what could be categorized as Alex Anthopoulos' most controversial move since taking over the team's general manager, righty Shaun Marcum was dealt to Milwaukee in exchange for the Brewers top prospect, Canadian infielder Brett Lawrie. Here's a look back on number 28 in his final season with Toronto.
Shaun Marcum shown on JaysVision prior to his June 20th start versus the San Francisco Giants.
Every year, we commit a thread dedicated to inviting all Bauxites to share with us the best of your (not Josh) booty -- especially the baseball-related items from your stockings or under your tree. So, what diamond-related packages glittered under your own morning star this Christmas?
And a quick shout-out to the greatest off-season prospect of all time, delivering for the 2,010th consectuvie year ..
KRINGLE, KRIS
Nickname: Sandy Claws
UTIL, veteran all-star
Aging vet is a bit portly, but can still fly .... Astonishingly productive and versatile, though top deliveries limited to once a year ... Can handle all kinds of weather but is noted for toying around a bit with intended targets ... Very thorough, always checking twice before proceeding ... Stunningly, still a free agent, making fans all over hope he's coming to their town ...
Relatives: "Father Christmas" of Steve Christmas, Al Clauss, Johan Santana
J.P. Arencibia appears to be looking for a sign from third base coach Brian Butterfield but Butterfield's attention is elsewhere.