Some lineups in the AL East are set to get overhauls in 2018; others will just get touch-ups around the edges.

Trevor Rosenthal’s injury means closer turnover in St. Louis and we review the current relief options at manager Mike Matheny’s disposal. Plus, a look at potential offseason lineup changes in CHC, CIN, MIL, and PIT.

With the Dodgers way out front, Austin Barnes could be in line for his best month yet. What a Cueto return could mean for the SF rotation. Plus the SS in ARI, rotation options in SD, and the COL bullpen.

Paulo Orlando earned a starting job to begin 2017 with a .302 BA in 2016 but faltered out of the gate. Two months of downtime due to injury may have helped revive his offense, and he could aid KC in their playoff chase. Plus, the final week of potential September callups in the AL Central.

Barring a rehab setback, Lance McCullers is one of the most notable September returnees, but his role and outlook seem far from certain. A look at some of the roster expansion plans for AL West clubs.

With Justin Bour sidelined for at least a few more weeks and his replacements at first base struggling, might the Marlins soon promote prospect Brian Anderson? Plus a look at the ATL starting rotation, NYM outfield, PHI catcher, and more.

In Toronto, September roster expansion may provide an opportunity to one of two young outfielders, if not both, while a top-prospect watch is on in Tampa. Elsewhere in the East, call-up contributions may be more subtle.

A possible shutdown of Luis Castillo could spell opportunity in CIN. Also, Heyward’s struggles could spell decreased playing time once Russell returns to CHC, a look at 2B in MIL, a review of PIT’s bullpen, and a review of the STL outfield.

Between injuries, demotions and a waiver acquisition, each NL West outfield situation presents a degree of intrigue as September nears.

Blaine Hardy was sent to Triple-A Toledo July 18 after struggling with his control in Detroit. Seventeen innings and no walks later, he's ready for another opportunity. Plus, week 2 of potential callups in the AL Central.

No one owns the LAA ninth inning and it could stay that way through September, though Keynan Middleton looks like a closer-of-the-future contender. HOU expects reinforcements, Jed Lowrie settles back down in OAK and more.