Jorge Soler, who was starting to hit when he went down with a hamstring injury in early June, is set to begin his rehab assignment. Could he work his way into a regular role upon his return?

Could Jose De Leon take over Clayton Kershaw's spot if he goes under the knife? Cain's rotation spot, bullpens in SD and ARI.

It's been two years since Luke Hochevar had Tommy John surgery. In spite of a rough July, his skills have progressed such that he may be ready to take on a higher-leverage role. Plus, more from the AL Central as CHW, CLE, and DET consider being buyers or sellers at the trade deadline.

There's little doubt the Rangers would like to upgrade its rotation by next Monday's trade deadline. The bigger question is: Who are they willing to give up? Others who may be on the move include Reddick, Hill in OAK; Santiago, Escobar in LAA; Cishek, Miley in SEA.

The leadoff spot has been problematic for the Nationals all season. Might Jayson Werth soon get a chance in the role? Plus a look at the starting rotations in ATL, MIA and NYM and the PHI OF situation.

Deals involving NYY closer Aroldis Chapman and perhaps a TAM starter seem likely. But how else might AL East rosters get reshuffled at the trade deadline?

With Matt Carpenter and Jhonny Peralta sidelined, Jedd Gyorko has stepped up his game, and could be a fixture in the lineup for the foreseeable future. Plus, Josh Bell getting reps in right field, and more from around the division.

Originally thought to be out for the season, A.J. Pollock is progressing rapidly from a fractured elbow. Is he worth a stash, and what are the potential ripples in ARI? Plus LA's outfield shuffle, SF's bullpen, SD trade speculations, more.

As KC looks for inexpensive SP to get to the trade deadline, they found Nick Tepesch, who has thrown on 3 minor league teams with different results. Which one will appear? Plus, possible 3B scenarios in CLE and MIN, and more pitching issues in the rest of the division.

The signing of Yulieski Gurriel is about to give HOU and Mgr A.J. Hinch all kinds of personnel and lineup decisions to consider...

With the August 1 non-waiver trade deadline drawing near, it's worth taking a look at who might assume closer duties should the Phillies trade Jeanmar Gomez. Plus a look at the ATL bullpen, MIA 1B, NYM OF and more.