Pitchers in COL have turned to the slider frequently this season—and it's worked. Plus, a couple versatile youngsters in ARI and SF who are ready to take advantage of PT; bullpen developments in SD; and, a new role for David Price in LA.

An update on Yelich, some early speculation on T. Turner and Ryu, and bad news for Knebel. Plus, McKinstry and Odorizzi. Earlier: Mike Trout shouldn't be out long. Also, Lamet (again), Pederson, Brian Anderson, and Crichton. Even earlier: The injury news is slowing as April winds down. We look at S. Marte, Mondesi, Betts, and Gregorius. Also, Acuña looks like he'll be OK, but no timetable yet on his return.

Corbin Burnes, Charlie Morton, and Anthony DeSclafani sit atop a "Strong Start" tier that offers multiple options.

It's a juicy week for Arizona hitters with home sets against SD and COL. We'll check the hitter schedules to see who's in for the best and worst matchups.

Jose Urquidy allowed 4 ER with just 1 K in Colorado last week, but should start to turn things around against Seattle on Monday.

Rookie Luis Garcia is early favorite to pick up innings after Jake Odorizzi leaves game early. Plus, Miguel Cabrera to return, good news for Mike Trout, Greg Holland makes quick return, Corey Knebel out, and more.

Eduardo Rodriguez, Dustin May, and Jameson Taillon earn strong start ratings on Sunday.

Alex Kirilloff should get a much longer look this time up with MIN. Plus, closer updates in KC and TOR, good news for Jose Altuve and Ronald Acuna owners, Joc Pederson to miss time, Joey Lucchesi sent down, and more.

Thus far, the signings of Garrett Richards, Corey Kluber and Rich Hill have not gone the way BOS, NYY and TAM, respectively, had hoped. If their teams move on, who might step into the breach? Also: Dueling opportunities for Hays, Stewart in BAL; Tellez on the ropes in TOR.

Kyle Gibson heads into Saturday off an eight-inning PQS-5 outing. His rejuvenated season results in a "Judgement Call" status.

The early winners after the Pirates' flurry of moves are Phillip Evans and Todd Frazier. Plus, Dinelson Lamet and Keone Kela hit the IL, Drew Smyly to start Saturday, and Sean Reid-Foley joins the Mets.