There's plenty for the Mariners and fantasy owners to sort out going forward on the heels of Nori Aoki's demotion. Also, A.J. Reed's status in HOU, and prospective trade fallout in LAA, OAK and TEX.

Scherzer among a pack of wildcard selections on a day devoid of highly rated hurlers on the HQ Matchup Ratings board.

Is Alex Rodriguez getting a rest to keep Beltran's bat in the lineup, or is something else in store? Plus updates on Matz, Oh, Giolito and more.

If Arodys Vizcaino is dealt before the August 1 non-waiver trade deadline, wh will step into the closer role in ATL? Plus a look at the NYM and Jose Reyes, the starting rotation in PHI, the possibility that Trea Turner could soon patrol the WAS outfield and more.

Jose Quintana tops today's starting pitchers in his home matchup against the Twins.

The Phils are planning to activate Vincent Velasquez, giving him the start Monday against ARI. Plus, bad news for Stephen Strasburg owners.

Four months after pitchers and catchers reported to spring training, we take a look at some pitching and catching situations around the division, seeking insights for the coming weeks.

Jake Arrieta is a must-start on a largely wildcard Monday.

The Mets plan to get Jose Reyes some reps at third and in the outfield in the minors before bringing him up. Plus updates on Stephen Strasburg, Mark Teixeira, Alex Gordon, Nori Aoki and more.

WHITE TIGER: Justin Verlander has logged a 10.0 Dom, 3.17 ERA at home this season.

More playing time for Willson Contreras could threaten Jorge Soler's PT when Soler returns from the DL. Plus updates on the Oswaldo Arcia trade, A.J. Reed's call-up and more.