For the second straight year, Jordy Mercer has struggled out of the gate, but luckily for him, Jung-ho Kang hasn't done anything offensively, either. Can Mercer hold onto the starting role?

Giancarlo Stanton's 2014 season came to an abrupt end after he was hit in the face by a pitch, but now he's back. Plus, Denard Span, Nick Hundley, Ender Inciarte, and Jimmy Nelson.

With Carlos Gomez on the disabled list, Jean Segura is getting an opportunity to lead off, which could give him a significant boost in value in the short-term.

Catchers are typically fairly risky investments by nature, but Buster Posey looks like an exception to the rule. Plus, Will Middlebrooks, David Peralta, Aaron Harang, and Jason Grilli.

Jumbo Diaz is off to a stellar start, and is emerging as a late inning option in Cincinnati. Plus, some other players worth tracking around the division.

Stephen Strasburg is still searching for his first sub-3.00 ERA, and the skills say he's got a good chance of getting it. Plus, Jordan Lyles, Norichika Aoki, Michael Cuddyer, and Freddy Galvis.

Jeff Locke beat out Vance Worley for the final rotation spot in Pittsburgh, but his late season skills dip has us examining the alternatives.

Adam Wainwright has established himself as a rotation anchor in recent years, but there's reason to believe he'll take a step back in 2015. Plus, Brett Anderson, Dexter Fowler, Wilmer Flores, and Derek Norris.

Jaime Garcia is looking good this spring, increasing his odds of beginning the year in the rotation. But the losers of the battle may be strong targets as well. Plus, more from around the division.

Troy Tulowitzki—Career year potential or quintessential injury risk? Plus, Yasmani Grandal, Chris Johnson, Jonathan Papelbon, and Dan Haren.

The Cubs appear to have found a closer in Hector Rondon, but there are other strong options lurking should he falter. Plus, backup plans in the MIL pen and more from around the division.