The pitching landscape has shifted yet again, and our Pure Quality Start metric undergoes a minor shift to level-set the results.

Alec Burleson could be STL's Opening Day left fielder. Plus, more from the NL Central.

Tyler Glasnow moves to the Dodgers, Oliveras to Pittsburgh

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Key additions of players such as LHP Eduardo Rodriguez, the return of injured players including RHP Walker Buehler, injuries to players like RHP Dustin May, and departures of players including OF Juan Soto have led to changes and uncertainty for teams in the NL West.

Jung Hoo Lee signed a 6-year contract to patrol CF for the Giants. Plus Lugo to the Royals, Tellez to the Pirates, and the effects of significant Winter-Ball injuries to Ronny Mauricio and Endy Rodríguez.

Edouard Julien is coming off a strong rookie season, and he is one player who would stand to benefit if the Jorge Polanco rumors become reality.

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Shohei Ohtani is all smiles after moving to the Dodgers via a record-smashing contract. Plus updates on Tyler O'Neill, LHP Will Smith and backup catcher roulette.