The leadoff spot has been problematic for the Nationals all season. Might Jayson Werth soon get a chance in the role? Plus a look at the starting rotations in ATL, MIA and NYM and the PHI OF situation.
Deals involving NYY closer Aroldis Chapman and perhaps a TAM starter seem likely. But how else might AL East rosters get reshuffled at the trade deadline?
With Matt Carpenter and Jhonny Peralta sidelined, Jedd Gyorko has stepped up his game, and could be a fixture in the lineup for the foreseeable future. Plus, Josh Bell getting reps in right field, and more from around the division.
Originally thought to be out for the season, A.J. Pollock is progressing rapidly from a fractured elbow. Is he worth a stash, and what are the potential ripples in ARI? Plus LA's outfield shuffle, SF's bullpen, SD trade speculations, more.
As KC looks for inexpensive SP to get to the trade deadline, they found Nick Tepesch, who has thrown on 3 minor league teams with different results. Which one will appear? Plus, possible 3B scenarios in CLE and MIN, and more pitching issues in the rest of the division.
With the August 1 non-waiver trade deadline drawing near, it's worth taking a look at who might assume closer duties should the Phillies trade Jeanmar Gomez. Plus a look at the ATL bullpen, MIA 1B, NYM OF and more.
He's already lost his rotation spot; could Buchholz's roster spot be next? Also, updates on Bundy and Kim in BAL, Severino in NYY, Maile and Cobb in TAM, Sanchez and Colabello in TOR.
The relief corps in St. Louis hasn't been as effective as they were last year. Could they call upon their top pitching prospect to help out? Plus, multiple paths to playing time for Jose Peraza, and more from around the Central.
An opportunity struck for Max Kepler when Miguel Sano hit the DL, and he's taken advantage of it with a breakout power outburst. His underlying performance offers hope it's sustainable. Plus, more position player analyses and updates from the AL Central.
The leadoff spot has been problematic for the Nationals all season. Might Jayson Werth soon get a chance in the role? Plus a look at the starting rotations in ATL, MIA and NYM and the PHI OF situation.
Deals involving NYY closer Aroldis Chapman and perhaps a TAM starter seem likely. But how else might AL East rosters get reshuffled at the trade deadline?
With Matt Carpenter and Jhonny Peralta sidelined, Jedd Gyorko has stepped up his game, and could be a fixture in the lineup for the foreseeable future. Plus, Josh Bell getting reps in right field, and more from around the division.
Originally thought to be out for the season, A.J. Pollock is progressing rapidly from a fractured elbow. Is he worth a stash, and what are the potential ripples in ARI? Plus LA's outfield shuffle, SF's bullpen, SD trade speculations, more.
As KC looks for inexpensive SP to get to the trade deadline, they found Nick Tepesch, who has thrown on 3 minor league teams with different results. Which one will appear? Plus, possible 3B scenarios in CLE and MIN, and more pitching issues in the rest of the division.
With the August 1 non-waiver trade deadline drawing near, it's worth taking a look at who might assume closer duties should the Phillies trade Jeanmar Gomez. Plus a look at the ATL bullpen, MIA 1B, NYM OF and more.
He's already lost his rotation spot; could Buchholz's roster spot be next? Also, updates on Bundy and Kim in BAL, Severino in NYY, Maile and Cobb in TAM, Sanchez and Colabello in TOR.
The relief corps in St. Louis hasn't been as effective as they were last year. Could they call upon their top pitching prospect to help out? Plus, multiple paths to playing time for Jose Peraza, and more from around the Central.
An opportunity struck for Max Kepler when Miguel Sano hit the DL, and he's taken advantage of it with a breakout power outburst. His underlying performance offers hope it's sustainable. Plus, more position player analyses and updates from the AL Central.