Jacob deGrom has been racking up strikeouts in the early going (12.7 Dom), but they have come with a 3.80 ERA and 4.0 Ctl. Is there cause for concern or is this a buying opportunity? Plus Nolan Arenado, Adam Duvall, Eduardo Nunez, and Lance Lynn.

Post-Jeanmar Gomez both Joaquin Benoit and Hector Neris have both had their share of struggles in PHI. What can we expect going forward? Plus a look at the ATL rotation, MIA lineup shuffling, WAS closer situation and more.

There were reasons for optimism heading into 2017, but Maikel Franco has gotten off to a slow start. Is there cause for concern? Plus Carlos Martinez, Scott Schebler, Chris Owings and Chase Anderson.

Tommy Joseph entered 2017 hoping to build upon a strong 2H 2016 performance, but has instead begun the season mired in a funk. Plus a look at the ATL bullpen, MIA batting order shuffling, and high profile injuries in NYM and WAS.

Max Scherzer has established himself as one of the most durable and effective pitchers in MLB. Can he keep it going in 2017? Plus Keon Broxton, Michael Saunders, Clayton Richard, and Jordy Mercer.

Michael Conforto has been making the most of his opportunities thus far. Could he carve out a larger role by the time Lucas Duda comes off the DL? Plus a look at lineup shuffling in ATL & WAS, the MIA starting rotation and the PHI OF.

Daniel Murphy enjoyed a breakout 2016 campaign in his age-31 season. Can he keep it going in 2017? Plus Vince Velasquez, Brandon Maurer, David Freese, and Josh Harrison.

Blake Treinen has converted three of four save chances, but he has been very shaky so far. If he can't right the ship, who might WAS turn to next? Plus a look at NYM/PHI closer situations, Swanson's early struggles in ATL and more.

Kyle Hendricks took MLB by surprise with a breakout 2016 campaign in which he sported a dazzling 2.13 ERA. What can we expect in 2017? Plus Yasmany Tomas, D.J. LeMahieu, Jimmy Nelson, and Freddy Galvis.

It's extremely early, but Clay Buchholz has already given PHI reason to be concerned. Plus a look at ATL's 5th SP, MIA SS/3B, NYM's lack of starting pitching depth, and the 5th SP in WAS.

Charlie Blackmon slugged a career-high 29 HR and stole 17 bases in 2016, as he posted his third consecutive $30+ season. What can we expect in 2017? Plus, Mark Melancon, Zack Cozart, Howie Kendrick and Luis Perdomo.