I wasn't able to access the team splits in a table format, so instead, here's the individual lines:

Matt LaPorta

It was a good thing the Indians did bring Branyan in, for if not for him the Indians might have finished last in the league. But Branyan will not be returning, so let's concentrate on the player the Indians are counting on to be a major offensive contributor.

I think it's very probable that the two surgeries had a major affect on LaPorta's offensive game. Not only did he start the season playing with a gimpy hip, he wasn't able to come into the regular season having gotten his normal reps. He also had to deal with a new position and pitchers who now knew his flaws. Because of all these factors, the Indians are giving LaPorta a mulligan for 2010, and hoping that after a normal off-season, Matt will be that promising power hitter in 2011. But there also needs to be a backup plan.

Part II: Looking Towards 2011

Not Coming Back

Russell Branyan (Traded, 6-26-2010)

Branyan was dealt to give Matt LaPorta unfettered at-bats, but he more than served his purpose with the Indians.

Coming Back

Matt LaPorta (Pre-Arbitration) - 1 Option Year Remaining

Matt is going to be the first baseman in 2011, and the training wheels are going to be off. The Indians really need a right-handed power threat, and have envisioned LaPorta as that guy since trading CC Sabathia for him in 2008. He has the ability to hit 25+ home runs a season, but he's going to have to get better with his plate discipline so that he gets opportunities to use that power.

Jordan Brown (Pre-Arbitration) - 2 Option Years Remaining

Brown had a decent season in Columbus, but with his age (26) and place on the defensive spectrum (LF/1B), he needs to be obliterating minor-league pitching to open eyes. Brown could find his way on the roster as a backup first baseman and fifth outfielder, but it's more likely he goes back to Columbus again.

Shelley Duncan (Pre-Arbitration) - No Option Years Remaining

Duncan has played some first base in the majors, but on the Indians, he's a much better fit backing up a left-handed outfield. So I'll cover his 2011 outlook when I get to the outfielders.

Up in the Air

Andy Marte (Arbitration) - No Option Years Remaining

If by some masochistic miracle Marte is on this team next season, he would probably be the primary backup to LaPorta. But that's not happening...right?