With only nine games scheduled, Stephen Strasburg and Blake Snell head a short list of strong starts.

Andrelton Simmons' ankle sprain could leave him on the IL for months, leaving David Fletcher, Luis Rengifo and Zack Cozart fighting for PT. Plus, updates on Collin McHugh, Eloy Jimenez, Julio Urias, Shawn Kelley, Dee Gordon and more.

Will Sean Newcomb be the next young hurler to rise to prominence in the ATL bullpen? Plus, alternatives to Anibal Sanchez in WAS, the once-and-future Met Carlos Gomez, and more.

Gerrit Cole owns a 2.67 xERA and 201 BPV this season.

Which infield prospects may have the chance to follow Keston Hiura to MIL this summer? Plus, the depleted rotation in PIT, Schwarber's chance for redemption with CHC, Reds on the run in CIN, and John Gant's impeccable start to the season in STL.

Zack Wheeler is a top-rated starter today for his home start versus the Nationals.

Scott Kingery should see time in a super utility role with PHI. Plus, George Springer is day-to-day with a lower back injury, SD promotes Cal Quantrill and David McKay gets the call from the Mariners.

Buxton thriving in MIN; another starter down in DET; a new addition in KC; finding starters in CHW; Leonys Martin struggling in CLE.

Robles, Springer, Yandy, Puig, and a Jimmy Nelson sighting. Earlier: N. Cruz, F. Mejia, and Garver. Earlier earlier: Andujar back on the DL, Taillon out for a while, and Kang to miss some time. Plus, Steckenrider and Loaisiga.

Patrick Corbin looks to continue his momentum from an 11 K outing, and is joined by 10 others in the "Strong Start" category.

Get those Yankees in your lineups! With seven games against BAL and KC, they have this week's most favorable hitter matchups.