With Braves fans itching for a big surge forward in the team’s rebuild, and the team seeking to move closer to 81 wins in the coming season, both desires may rest on young players developing into reliable (or better), everyday performers.

Which players will emerge as key players over the full season? The video above shows five candidates who may provide the answer.

If all five emerge, the Braves’ rebuild could take a big step forward in 2018.

The journey begins Monday when the Braves conduct their first full-squad workout of the year.

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