What You Need to Know

What You Need to Know: Shields Mightier Than Lumber

Yesterday, Giancarlo Stanton announced his return from the DL in a big way. Tonight, James Shields will try to fend off Jhonny Peralta's bat.

What You Need to Know: Baker’s Deep-Fried Southpaws

by Daniel Rathman 6/11

Yesterday, Jeff Baker continued to be a one-man wrecking crew against left-handers. Tonight, Dan Haren will try to keep Carlos Gonzalez and the Rockies from teeing off.

What You Need to Know: Not on the Shin-Soo Choo Train

by Daniel Rathman 6/10

The Atlanta Braves are now the only team not to use a spot starter. Tonight, Scott Feldman will try to continue his success against Shin-Soo Choo when he takes on the Reds.

What You Need to Know: The Great Closer Debate

by Daniel Rathman 6/07

Yesterday, Ron Washington's decision not to bring in his closer could have cost Texas the game. Tonight, Cliff Lee will try to stymie Ryan Braun's potent bat.

What You Need to Know: Grand Finale

by Daniel Rathman 6/06

Yesterday, the White Sox and Mariners played an epic extra-innings contest. Today, Torii Hunter will look to solve Roberto Hernandez's off-speed pitches.

What You Need to Know: Hollywood’s New Hero

by Daniel Rathman 6/05

Yasiel Puig added to his hot start with a pair of homers yesterday. Today, Josh Hamilton will attempt to make contact against Matt Garza.

What You Need to Know: Petite Outfield Behind Pettitte

by Zachary Levine 6/04

Yesterday, the Yankees elected to stick Lyle Overbay in the outfield and survived. Tonight, Matt Moore will try to survive a date with Miguel Cabrera and the Tigers.

What You Need to Know: Powering Up in Philly

by Daniel Rathman 6/03

Last weekend, Domonic Brown showed off the tools that made him a top prospect. Tonight, Gerardo Parra will try to tee off of Lance Lynn.

What You Need to Know: The Bronx is Burning

by Daniel Rathman 5/31

Dillon Gee and the Mets completed a four-game sweep of the Yankees yesterday. Tonight, Hisashi Iwakuma is set to lock horns with Joe Mauer and the Twins.

What You Need to Know: Triple Threat

by Daniel Rathman 5/30

A pair of players joined the three-homers-in-a-game club yesterday. Today, Jeremy Guthrie will try to lock down the Cardinals' lefties.

What You Need to Know: Up in Their Grilli

by Daniel Rathman 5/29

The Pirates' bullpen might help the pull the team out of its 20-season slump. Tonight, Brandon McCarthy will try not to let Nelson Cruz use his boomstick.

What You Need to Know: The Halo Effect

by Daniel Rathman 5/28

Though their win streak was halted yesterday, things are starting to look up for the Angels. Tonight, Edwin Jackson and Alex Rios will set the tone for a Windy City showdown.

What You Need to Know: Searching for Jesus

by Daniel Rathman 5/24

The Mariners demoted Jesus Montero to the minors yesterday. Tonight, Kris Medlen will try to halt David Wright and the Mets.

What You Need to Know: Dodging Bullets

by Will Woods 5/23

Don Mattingly's message to the Dodgers yesterday might have fired his team up for a victory over the Brewers. Tonight, Ervin Santana matches up against the Angels.

What You Need to Know: The No-Name O’s

by Daniel Rathman 5/22

Last night, the Orioles won thanks to the contributions of unexpected players. Tonight, Jay Bruce will try to slow down Matt Harvey.

What You Need to Know: Corb Your Enthusiasm

by Daniel Rathman 5/21

Last night, Patrick Corbin continued his breakout season in dominating fashion. Tonight, Max Scherzer will try to contain Carlos Santana and the Indians.