A closer alert plus some outfielders, first basemen, catchers, pitchers, and a prospect to consider

Some of the most successful call-ups aren't top prospects. Check out these five players who could be viable options in the near future.

PHI batting .207/.285/.324 past eight games; also Lohse, Hamels, Weaver, Scherzer, and more

Call-ups for June 1, 2014: Oscar Taveras (RF, STL), Shae Simmons (RHP, ATL), Bobby Korecky (RHP, TOR).

STL switches back-up OFs, Lavarnway lands on DL

Rob Gordon and Jeremy Deloney combine to kick-off our 2014 MLB first year player draft coverage by taking a look at the overall depth of talent in this year’s class.

The Red Sox don't know what ails Clay Buchholz, but a "hyper-extended knee" will give them some time. Crawford, Napoli and a bunch of catchers land on the DL.

If another owner in your league offered you Troy Tulowitzki and Johnny Cueto in a deal, and you had to give up somewhat comparable value, would you bite?

Aramis Ramirez is on the verge of returning from injury, and reclaiming his third base job. Plus, Shelby Miller's struggles continue, and more from around the division.

Doug Fister is our top rated starting pitcher in his interleague matchup with the Rangers. Plus, more on the starts of Wily Peralta, Jason Hammel, and Trevor Bauer.

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