Will Archie Bradley finally get a chance to close in ARI? What does the Yangervis Solarte trade mean for SD's middle infielders? Plus the CF situation in LA, 1B in SF and catching options in COL.

How will the Rockies address their hitting now that they've invested so heavily in the bullpen? Plus LA's 2B situation, the Giants CF outlook, ARI catchers and the many rotation possibilities in San Diego.

As the 2017 season winds to a close, we look at some glaring needs, possible departures, and up-and-coming prospects that could make an impact in 2018.

Former top prospect Bradley could catapult up the ranks of 2018 closers, while the end of an era could be looming in SF, potential SS hopefuls in SD, big names coming off the books in COL, and OF options aplenty for LA down the stretch.

With the Dodgers way out front, Austin Barnes could be in line for his best month yet. What a Cueto return could mean for the SF rotation. Plus the SS in ARI, rotation options in SD, and the COL bullpen.

Between injuries, demotions and a waiver acquisition, each NL West outfield situation presents a degree of intrigue as September nears.

With COL eyeing the playoffs, could there be a playing-time shift at SS? Kershaw's return could push someone to the 'pen, plus corner infielders in SF, 3B options in SD and catchers in ARI.

Despite productive veterans, could the Rockies look to call-up some high-powered youngsters for the stretch run? Which potential member of the SF rotation possesses the most upside? Plus the ARI rotation, Dodgers bullpen and SD's LF situation.

With an aging Pence in RF, how will the Giants handle PT over the season's final two months? Can Solarte stick as the SS in San Diego? Plus the COL bullpen, ARI shortstop options and a returning All-Star looking for ABs in LA.

Brad Hand to close? But what if he too is on the move? COL starters on the mend, while injuries hit the LA rotation. Plus the 1B situation in SF and a new lead-off man in ARI.

With the COL outfield getting closer to full health, which OF is on the outside looking in? Plus the ongoing LF carousel in San Francisco, trade possibilities in LA, the bullpen in ARI and catching situation in SD.