If you already have written off Jake Arrieta (RHP, BAL) and Jordan Lyles (RHP, HOU), here's why it's time to take another look.

This AL Midweek Series Matchups column will cover three four-game series, three three-game series, and one two-game series.

The NL playoff picture figures to be much clearer as we head into the season's last full week. This NL Midweek Series Matchups column will cover seven three-game series and one four-game set.

All good things must eventually come to an end, and now is that time. FINAL WEEK to participate!

The Angels address their imploding endgame situation; Ellsbury sits while Thome enjoys late-inning heroics. J.D. and Fernando Martinez look ahead to 2013; LA gets some good news while MIA's woes keep on coming, and more...

Chris Carpenter (RHP, STL) registered a PQS-3 in his 2012 debut Friday, allowing five hits and two ER with 2K/1 BB in five innings. He had been plagued since spring training by nerve issues in his neck and shoulder which eventually required mid-season thoracic outlet syndrome surgery.

How much impact has Trout had in your league? Respond now!

Frank Francisco and Carlos Quentin are bit again by the injury bug, while Travis Hafner, Corey Hart and Neil Walker have all returned, but at less than 100% for the season's final two weeks.

No matter what the statistics say, no matter what the advanced models say, no matter what all the voices of reason shout in your head, there is one question that we can never really get past... What if this is for real?

Continuing last week's theme, which of this year's pitching disappointments should be given a pass for their 2012 struggles?

This NL Weekend Series Matchups column will cover eight three-game sets.