The Texas Rangers represented the division in the World Series in 2010. How will the division shape out in 2011? Here is the preview of all the teams in the AL West and their projected record to end the season.

Texas Rangers 2010 Record (90-72 finished first in AL West)

The Rangers appeared in the World Series for the first time in franchise history in 2010 but lost to the San Francisco Giants in five games.

Texas defeated Tampa Bay in the American League Division Series and the New York Yankees in the American League Championship Series.

The Rangers have arguably one of the most dangerous lineups in the American League with 2010 MVP Josh Hamilton. Add in a healthy Ian Kinsler at second base, the speedy Elvis Andrus at short stop and their newest free-agent acquisition Adrian Beltre.

Spring training is well under way! Part II will focus on the season preview of the AL Central. The Twins came away the champs of the division last year. Do they have what it takes to repeat, or can the Tigers or White Sox swoop in and take the AL Central crown away from the Twins?

Minnesota Twins: 2010 Record: 94-68 (AL Central champions)

The Minnesota Twins lost to the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series in 2010. The Twins are always under great leadership with manager Ron Gardenhire and will look to win another division championship in 2011.

Francisco Liriano anchors their rotation. Liriano struggled in 2009, as he compiled a 5-13 record with an ERA of 5.80. The southpaw bounced back in a major way in 2010, as he tallied a 14-10 record with an ERA of 3.62 in 31 starts. The Twins will need a season similar to 2010 from Liriano to win the division.