Could Erick Aybar's stranglehold on the starting SS role be in jeopardy? Plus the Giants rotation, Dodgers bullpen, Rockies outfield and D-Backs 3B options.

Verlander, Carrasco, and Quintana lead the wildcard group of starters on Friday.

Blake Treinen's time as closer is over, leaving ninth-inning duties to Shawn Kelley (left) and Koda Glover. Plus, updates on J.A. Happ, Justin Upton, Grant Dayton, Logan Forsythe, Joe Ross and more.

Twins slugger Daniel Palka struggled against Triple-A pitching in 2016, but he's faring much better in 2017. His timing may be good, as Byron Buxton and Eddie Rosario may be headed for a Triple-A refresher. Plus, more analyses from the AL Central.

Chris Sale heads the Thursday slate, but there are other attractive wild card choices.

Marte's stunning news gives Adam Frazier and Jose Osuna an early crack at breaking a possible logjam in the OF. Plus, updates on Josh Donaldson, Clay Buchholz, Kendall Graveman, Howie Kendrick and more.

Taylor Motter has taken advantage of his short-term window in SEA, but is there more to come? The TEX 3B situation, HOU's rotation depth, C.J. Cron owners sing the blues, and more...

The Dodgers will host the Rockies (.679 road OPS) on Wednesday.

The door is open for Cam Bedrosian to claim the closer job for the Angels. Plus, updates on Sam Dyson, Kendall Graveman, Erasmo Ramirez, Tommy La Stella, Eduardo Rodriguez and more.

Blake Treinen has converted three of four save chances, but he has been very shaky so far. If he can't right the ship, who might WAS turn to next? Plus a look at NYM/PHI closer situations, Swanson's early struggles in ATL and more.

Mike Leake is off to a strong start to 2017 and faces the Pirates today at home