Lonnie Chisenhall’s April numbers suggest he may be in line for more playing time. Plus more analysis from the AL Central.

Answers are tough to come by as we ponder some AL West pitching issues like Ernesto Frieri and the LAA closing situation, HOU phenom Collin McHugh, and the disappearance of OAK's SP depth.

Are the Blue Jays gearing up to call up a top prospect and return Dustin McGowan to the bullpen? They are not the only AL East team with back-of-the-rotation issues.

Will Jason Grilli's struggles lead to an opportunity for Mark Melancon to close? Also, a look at how Olt and Valbuena could both see consistent at-bats in Chicago, and the struggling middle infield in St. Louis.

There hasn't been much fist-pumping between Hunter Pence and Pablo Sandoval this year. What's going on by the Bay?

With Heyward off to a slow start and Simmons hitting well, might ATL consider a change at leadoff? Plus, a look at the NYM closer situation, the starting rotation in PHI, and more.

Looking at skills, Cleveland closer John Axford has gotten off to a poorer start than last year when he lost his job in Milwaukee. Who would replace Axford if he continues to struggle?

David Freese has stumbled badly out of the gate. And now a quadriceps injury is forcing him to cede 3B playing time to Ian Stewart.

After torn ligament sapped Dustin Pedroia's power in 2013, he received a cortisone shot for his ailing wrist. Also: Orioles, Yankees get IFers back; a young Rays slugger; Blue Jays closer and more.

Wandy Rodriguez has lacked both velocity and results in the early going, and his manager is concerned. Plus notes from the other teams around NL Central.

There are a few slow starts going on out West. Yonder Alonso (pictured) is one of them. Can you capitalize on PT opportunities if the struggles continue?