Drew Smyly will miss the first six to eight weeks of the season, and Ariel Miranda (pictured) will take his place in the rotation. Plus updates on J.D. Martinez, Chisenhall, Hoover and more.

Blake Treinen is a surprise choice for the closer's job in WAS, while the Phillies will open the season with Jeanmar Gomez. Plus, updates on Jeurys Familia, Steven Matz, Trevor Rosenthal, Matt Garza, Aaron Judge and more.

JaCoby Jones (left) will have a chance to flash his speed/power mix in CF for the Tigers, while Tyler Collins and Mikie Mahtook will platoon in RF. Plus, updates on Jacob May, Ronald Torreyes, the CIN rotation, the PIT rotation and more.

The Padres are opening the season with Erick Aybar at short, bumping Luis Sardinas to a reserve role. Plus, a look at Peter Bourjos' trade to the Rays, and updates on Tyler Thornburg, Scooter Gennett and Socrates Brito.

Royals Manager Ned Yost has named Raul Mondesi his starter at second base. Plus, updates on Steven Matz, the Dodgers rotation, Martin Prado, the Indians outfield and more.

With Jesse Hahn's demotion, the A's will fill out their rotation with Raul Alcantara and Andrew Triggs (left). Plus, updates on Michael Clevinger, Carlos Rodon, Gregory Polanco and Christian Friedrich.

Colby Rasmus' groin injury creates an opportunity for Mallex Smith in Tampa Bay. Plus updates on Tommy Pham, Jung Ho Kang, David Price, Tanner Scheppers and Lonnie Chisenhall.

While Brett Anderson will open 2017 in CHC's rotation, don't forget about Mike Montgomery. Plus, Derek Norris finds a home in Tampa, a look at replacements for SF's Will Smith and an update on the Tigers' OF situation.

With Luis Valbuena out for 4 to 6 weeks, C.J. Cron (left) and Jefry Marte (R) will gain playing time in LAA. Plus updates on COL starters and SEA's surprising demotion.

Raisel Iglesias appears to be on his way back, hoping to slide back into CIN's closer plans. Plus updates on J.D. Martinez, Bird, Ethier and more.

Tyler Wade is among the options to fill in for Didi Gregorius, who is recovering from a shoulder strain, for the month of April. Plus updates on Karns, Mesoraco and more.