This is not a review of the new movie about Jackie Robinson.

Twitchy GMs are creating opportunities for the patient by dropping poor performers after only a couple of weeks. That smells like opportunity.

While it may be early in the season, a handful of minor leaguers may force their way to the big leagues.

A lot of seven-game weeks spell more two-turn opportunities for this week.

Call-ups for April 21, 2013: Anthony Rendon, WAS; Allen Webster, BOS; Hiram Burgos, MIL; Michael Kohn, LAA; Blake Tekotte, CHW; Thad Weber, SD

Matt Harrison will miss time with a herniated disc. Who takes his place in TEX? Plus Cespedes, Borbon, Callaspo.

Now that spring training is over and the season has begun, we turn our attention to handicapping the 2013 AL and NL Rookie of the Year Awards.

Greinke, Capuano injuries open up rotation spot for Lilly. Plus, Aaron Hill injury leaves several battling for playing time in Arizona, and more.

Braves' left-hander Paul Maholm looks to extend his 20-inning scoreless streak against the Pirates.

[FREE] Lawr Michaels of Mastersball.com discusses early season surprises, player Facts and Flukes, and what music he's listening to these days......

David Ortiz will likely join the Red Sox on Friday after recovering from a bad Achilles heel. Plus the latest demotions, recalls and injury updates.