With Michael Pineda likely headed for Tommy John surgery, the Yankees turn to Luis Cessa and others to fill the hole. Plus updates on Joe Ross, Sandoval, Chisenhall and more.
Starling Marte is returning soon PIT, what is the likely fallout in the Pirates’ lineup? Also, a look at CHC hitters in Triple-A, the CIN rotation, a banged-up Ryan Braun in MIL, and closer intrigue in STL.
A trio of southpaws make up the majority of the "Strong Start" options, but "Wildcard" options like Corey Kluber, Jhoulys Chacin, Cole Hamels, and Alex Cobb could perform better than their rating would suggest.
A change in leagues and in home venue could give added boost to Jose Quintana in CHC. Plus, Madison Bumgarner prepares to return, Mike Trout completes rehab, Lonnie Chisenhall headed to the DL, and more.
Maeda to stick in the rotation for now, but what about when Ryu returns? What does Nunez's activation from the DL mean for the Giants? Plus the ARI staff looking increasingly solidified, shakiness in the COL 'pen, and the 2B situation in SD.
With 36-year-old Rajai Davis now playing like the part-timer that he is, OAK looks to the future. Nick Franklin with a new opportunity in SoCal, the struggling TEX pen, and more...
Rhys Hoskins has done about all he can do at Triple-A, batting .289 with 20 HR so far this year, but he is currently blocked at first base by Tommy Joseph. Might the Phillies make a move to open a spot for Hoskins? Plus notes on the ATL closer situation, 1B in MIA and NYM, and the WAS OF.
Utility infielder Erik Gonzalez is expected to be Jason Kipnis' replacement. Plus, Austin Slater to miss several months, Junior Guerra hits the DL and Joe Ross leaves Sunday's game early.
If the Jays decide to sell, Josh Donaldson could be one of their bigger chips. Who stands to gain? Also: New position for Jonathan Schoop? Yet another new 3B in BOS? A further demotion for Dellin Betances? A closer change in TAM?
With Michael Pineda likely headed for Tommy John surgery, the Yankees turn to Luis Cessa and others to fill the hole. Plus updates on Joe Ross, Sandoval, Chisenhall and more.
Starling Marte is returning soon PIT, what is the likely fallout in the Pirates’ lineup? Also, a look at CHC hitters in Triple-A, the CIN rotation, a banged-up Ryan Braun in MIL, and closer intrigue in STL.
A trio of southpaws make up the majority of the "Strong Start" options, but "Wildcard" options like Corey Kluber, Jhoulys Chacin, Cole Hamels, and Alex Cobb could perform better than their rating would suggest.
A change in leagues and in home venue could give added boost to Jose Quintana in CHC. Plus, Madison Bumgarner prepares to return, Mike Trout completes rehab, Lonnie Chisenhall headed to the DL, and more.
Maeda to stick in the rotation for now, but what about when Ryu returns? What does Nunez's activation from the DL mean for the Giants? Plus the ARI staff looking increasingly solidified, shakiness in the COL 'pen, and the 2B situation in SD.
With 36-year-old Rajai Davis now playing like the part-timer that he is, OAK looks to the future. Nick Franklin with a new opportunity in SoCal, the struggling TEX pen, and more...
Rhys Hoskins has done about all he can do at Triple-A, batting .289 with 20 HR so far this year, but he is currently blocked at first base by Tommy Joseph. Might the Phillies make a move to open a spot for Hoskins? Plus notes on the ATL closer situation, 1B in MIA and NYM, and the WAS OF.
Utility infielder Erik Gonzalez is expected to be Jason Kipnis' replacement. Plus, Austin Slater to miss several months, Junior Guerra hits the DL and Joe Ross leaves Sunday's game early.
If the Jays decide to sell, Josh Donaldson could be one of their bigger chips. Who stands to gain? Also: New position for Jonathan Schoop? Yet another new 3B in BOS? A further demotion for Dellin Betances? A closer change in TAM?