Scott Schebler struggled for the Reds in April, but he's been red hot lately with Triple-A Louisville, and is one of several options the team has if Jay Bruce is traded. Plus, a look at a couple of top prospects within the division, and more.

Madison Bumgarner has been among the top starters in all of baseball for the past several years, but is he taking his game to a new level in 2016? Plus, Christian Friedrich, Yasmani Grandal, Yangervis Solarte, and Jace Peterson.

Homer Bailey has restarted his rehab assignment, as he aims for a second half return. Plus, checking in on some outfields around the Central.

Yoenis Cespedes put up some ridiculous numbers during the second half of last year, and still isn't showing signs of slowing down. Plus, Brandon Crawford, Justin Bour, Trevor Rosenthal, and John Lamb.

Trevor Rosenthal has successfully converted 14 of 16 save opportunities, but he's been walking a fine line all season, and has had a couple rough outings lately. With a couple other relievers displaying much stronger skills, could Manager Mike Matheny make a change?

Maikel Franco's power numbers are down from last year, while Jung-ho Kang's continue to rise. Plus, Billy Hamilton, Archie Bradley, and Tom Koehler.

Andrew McCutchen is in the midst of an extended slump. Could his thumb still be bothering him, and who would benefit if he misses time? Plus, an Alex Reyes update, and more from around the NL Central.

Out of nowhere, Daniel Murphy turned into a legitimate power threat late last year, and he's kept it going in 2016, while leading the league in batting by a significant margin. How is he doing it, and can it last? Plus, Adonis Garcia, Wei-Yin Chen, Brandon Finnegan, and Tommy Joseph.

Randal Grichuk hasn't been able to build off of last year's success. Will it cost him some playing time? Also, checking in on prospects in Cincinnati and Pittsburgh, plus more from around the division.

Corey Seager has been on an absolute tear over the past month, and all signs point to continued success the rest of the way, and for many years to come. Plus, Stephen Piscotty, Javier Baez, Carlos Martinez, and Robbie Ray.

Jameson Taillon continues to dominate Triple-A batters, and with Juan Nicasio scuffling, it may not be long until he gets the call. Plus, a look at a few other youngsters around the division who are performing well, and awaiting their opportunity.