Coming off of a division title, and with much of the core still young, and with the capabilities of improving, there is a lot to be excited about for Reds fans.

On the flip side, however, they are now the "target" in the NL Central.  Unlike last year, they won't sneak up on anybody, and they will have to deal with expectations, something that hasn't been an issue for a number of years.

Presented are a list of situations which could be problematic for this 2011 Reds team.  I won't back down from my own thoughts that they can repeat as division champs, but if they don't, there will be numerous reasons as to why.

Begin Slideshow

Coming off of a division title, and with much of the core still young, and with the capabilities of improving, there is a lot to be excited about for Reds fans.

On the flip side, however, they are now the "target" in the NL Central.  Unlike last year, they won't sneak up on anybody, and they will have to deal with expectations, something that hasn't been an issue for a number of years.

Presented are a list of situations which could be problematic for this 2011 Reds team.  I won't back down from my own thoughts that they can repeat as division champs, but if they don't, there will be numerous reasons as to why.

Begin Slideshow