Chris Sale returns to elite status after a slow April, Nelson Cruz offers power in a strong Minnesota offense, Jorge Soler eyes a 40-HR season, and James Paxton looks to improve his control.

Is Gerrit Cole the same ace-worthy investment he was a year ago? Plus JaCoby Jones, James McCann, Alex Gordon, and Brett Anderson.

Oscar Mercado is off to a hot start, with a potent mix of BA, power, and speed—which aspects of his game have come with skill support? Plus, early analysis of Garrett Cooper, Framber Valdez, Shaun Anderson, and Glenn Sparkman.

Zack Greinke is working his magic again in 2019, boasting a stellar 2.91 ERA through 102 IP. Can he keep it going? Plus, Daniel Murphy, Wade Davis, Carson Kelly, and Brandon Crawford.

Jack Flaherty hasn't performed up to expectations so far, but can he deliver for his owners from this point forward? Plus, Joey Lucchesi, Kyle Schwarber, Ryan McMahon, and Austin Hedges.

Max Kepler has a 30-HR season in his sights, Diego Castillo's skills and saves have provided late-round value, Jose Abreu amps up the power again, Wade Miley's R$ may drop, and Freddy Galvis adds a bit of everything for deeper leagues.

Tommy Pham crushes the ball, but is that enough? Plus Semien, Beeks, Biagini, Sampson.

Austin Riley has taken the majors by storm, but do his skills back up his hot-hitting debut? Plus, early analysis of Joshua James, Nicky Lopez, Harold Ramirez, and Marcus Walden.

Mike Moustakas owns a .278 BA with 21 HR through his first 241 AB of 2019 and is on track to top his breakout 2017 campaign. Can he keep it going? Plus Will Smith, Brian Anderson, Chris Archer, and Yan Gomes.

Josh Donaldson has been healthy so far, but not providing the type of production expected of him. What should owners expect the rest of the way? Plus, Jay Bruce, David Bote, Hyun-Jin Ryu, and Mike Foltynewicz.

After a devastating shoulder injury almost two years ago, Mets OF Michael Conforto has adjusted. This week's FACT/FLUKE SPOTLIGHT illuminates his future.