Pablo Sandoval's 2H is reminding his owners of 2010—and putting his 2012 finish in doubt. Jason Hammel is going for an MRI, two NL relievers who look like closers, and more ...

The path to playing time for Norichika Aoki (OF, MIL) was uncertain at best this spring amid a crowded Milwaukee outfield. But injuries and inconsistent results from teammates have led to opportunity and Aoki has taken advantage. In fact, he's tied for second on the club in SBs and boasts one of the better batting averages among Brewers regulars.

Torii Hunter has batted .348 since being inserted in the Angels #2 hole in June, but is he really keeper material looking toward 2013? This week we evaluate eight of the AL's best 35-and-over offensive players ...

This NL Weekend Series Matchups column will cover two four-game series and six three-game sets.

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Aroldis Chapman out for a few days due to shoulder fatigue, Quentin leaves after aggravating knee injury. Also, Rosario's job safe after R. Hernandez hurts hamstring, Lowrie set for return, and more...

After two 30/30 seasons in three years, Ian Kinsler (2B, TEX) was a popular choice early in many 2012 drafts. While he’s put up some decent stats, he’s not met the expectations of owners who took him as early as the second round.

Looking ahead to relievers on teams located in the heartland for 2013.

Call-ups for September 12, 2012: Hoes and Mesa.

A massive slump since early August may be about to cost Mark Trumbo some playing time. Jemille Weeks returns to OAK, Lance Lynn returns to the STL rotation, and more ...

In early May, we raved about how although he had a high ERA, Adam Wainwright's (RHP, STL) skills show no effect from his 2011 Tommy John surgery. Now in mid-September, Wainwright's season is even more impressive.