A.J. Burnett continues to progress towards a mid-September return, and it's looking increasingly likely that Jeff Locke will be the odd man out.

Starling Marte has been a force on the base paths throughout the season, but what has happened to his power? Plus, Freddie Freeman, Scooter Gennett, Patrick Corbin, and Francisco Rodriguez.

Javier Baez is tearing the cover off the ball at Triple-A, but MLB playing time may be hard to come by. Plus, a look at some other potential September call-ups around the division.

Dee Gordon has had some luck on his side, but cutting down on the strikeouts has also fueled his strong season. Plus, Chris Coghlan, Lance Lynn, J.A. Happ, and Stephen Piscotty.

St. Louis could get several players back from injury during the next few weeks, and Matt Adams could be the first to return. Plus, holes to fill in Cincinnati and more from around the division.

Jordan Zimmermann didn't have his typical velocity early in the year,but he's erased any concerns with his recent performance. Plus, Casilla, Moss, Dietrich, and Ahmed.

Michael Lorenzen's struggles, combined with John Lamb's success at the Triple-A level, have led to a change in the Cincinnati rotation. Could Brandon Finnegan be next?

The move to PETCO hasn't helped the ERA of James Shields, but his skills suggest it should improve going forward. Plus, Matt Cain, Brandon Belt, Michael Taylor, and Jake Lamb.

Josh Harrison and Jordy Mercer are inching closer to their return from injury, which will create a bit of a logjam in Pittsburgh. Plus, checking in on Javier Baez, and more from around the division.

Jose Fernandez hasn't been back for long, but is looking as dominant as he did prior to his injury. Plus, Ken Giles, Howie Kendrick, Ben Paulsen and J.T. Realmuto

The Cubs are getting creative in finding ways to get Kyle Schwarber's bat in the lineup on a regular basis. Plus, a new look outfield in Milwaukee, and more from around the division.