Tyler Mahle's recent success sets him up for a high-strikeout game on Sunday.

Salvador Perez returns to KC, plus updates on Paddack, Matt Chapman and Doolitte and a bunch of moves in Toronto and Philadelphia.

Pressed into outfield service, Yairo Munoz has become an instant sensation in BOS. But might the team have other plans for him in 2021? Also: Stewart's surge in BAL, Sanchez's struggles in NYY, lefty lows in TAM and why it might be time to cut bait with Fisher in TOR.

BIRD IN HAND: Dakota Hudson owns a career 2.54 ERA at Busch Stadium.

Walker Buehler's blister that forced him from his last start resulted in an IL stint; he'll miss crucial time down the stretch. Plus a flurry of moves in Miami, St. Louis, Texas and more.

Is this the beginning of the end for Jake Cronenworth? Where is Escobar's power in ARI? Plus Gray replacement options in COL, bullpen options past Jansen in LA, and is Yastrzemski tiring in SF?

Yusei Kikuchi has an ERA over 5, but his skills indicate he's been hurt by bad luck, and a matchup against the Diamondbacks could prove quite favorable for him on Friday.

Ozzie Albies came off the IL with a big night for the Braves. All the playing time ripples in Atlanta, but notes on Toronto, Washington and Baltimore.

With just 2 1/2 weeks remaining, we review some immediate playing time opportunities, some longer term outlooks and some immediate situations to avoid. The Astros pitching staff is one of the latter ...

Who can you trust on a day when almost half of the starters fall into the Weak Start category?

Eric Hosmer's finger injury likely brings his breakout season to an end; who gets his plate appearances? Plus lots of PT updates including Fried, Torres, Teoscar Hernández and more.