Was Anibal Sanchez' 17-strikeout performance a total abberation, or a sign of things to come? Also, Jarrod Parker, Justin Smoak, James Loney and Daniel Nava.

Max Scherzer had a leg up on his competition in April.

The injury bug continues to spread with Gavin Floyd, Neil Walker and Josh Johnson. Plus a couple of noticeable rehab setbacks.

The Red Sox are concerned about the velocity dip of one of their starters, the Yankees add an infielder, the Rays welcome back a DH, and a Jays starting pitcher makes an earlier-than-expected return.

Clay Buchholz takes the mound looking to go 7-0.

Hanley Ramirez revisits the DL with a hamstring problem, while Aramis Ramirez returns and Johnny Cueto has a setback.

What, are we talking about Ryan Raburn? Read on.

"I don't care if he boots a few balls if he's also hitting bombs."

As most major league clubs have passed the 25-game mark, there may be enough of a sample for organizations to make various changes.

Decisions on second-tier starters will be key this week with few aces going twice.

Call-ups for May 5, 2013: Francisco Peguero, SF.