What You Need to Know

What You Need to Know: Cy of Relief

This weekend, the Indians continued to put the hurt on top-flight pitchers. Tonight, Josh Lindblom will make his first career start against the A's.

What You Need to Know: Going the Wrong Ray

by Daniel Rathman 5/17

The Rays' bullpen, so dominant last year, had another disaster last night. Tonight, Jeremy Hellickson will try to curb Chris Davis' penchant for power.

What You Need to Know: The Price is Not Right

by Zachary Levine 5/16

Tampa Bay is holding its breath after David Price left yesterday's game with an injury. Tonight, Yu Darvish will attempt to make Omar Infante whiff at the dish.

What You Need to Know: The Best Brew in Town

by Daniel Rathman 5/15

Last night, Jean Segura continued to impress in Milwaukee. Tonight, David Price will lock horns with Mike Napoli and the Red Sox.

What You Need to Know: A Good Hick-Up

by Daniel Rathman 5/14

Aaron Hicks finally flashed some of his potential last night. Tonight, Bartolo Colon will look to halt Ian Kinsler and the Rangers.

What You Need to Know: Jays Power Up, Offense Powers Down

by Will Woods 5/13

As this weekend demonstrated, the Blue Jays can't get by on power alone. Tonight, the Dodgers will pin their hopes on Josh Beckett as they face Bryce Harper and the Nationals.

What You Need to Know: Turn Back the Clock Night

by Daniel Rathman 5/10

Yesterday, Scott Kazmir and the Indians turned back the clock in their victory over the A's. Tonight, Pablo Sandoval will probably not try to be patient while facing Tim Hudson.

What You Need to Know: King of the Hill

by Daniel Rathman 5/09

Yesterday, King Felix put on a show against the Pirates. Tonight, Cody Ross is set to do battle with Cole Hamels.

What You Need to Know: What Choo Think is Wrong with Kimbrel?

by Daniel Rathman 5/08

Last night, Craig Kimbrel blew his third save in five tries. Tonight, Matt Moore will try to contain Rajai Davis at the dish and on the basepaths.

What You Need to Know: Raking in the Gold

by Daniel Rathman 5/07

Last night, Paul Goldschmidt proved he still owns Chris Capuano. Tonight, Hiroki Kuroda will try to continue his good fortunes against Dexter Fowler.

What You Need to Know: The Hot Starters

by Daniel Rathman 5/06

Three teams have broken the 20-win plateau so far this season. Tonight, Joey Votto will try to change his fortunes against Paul Maholm.

What You Need to Know: Old Dog, Old Tricks

by Will Woods 5/03

Last night, Jake Westbrook pulled another Houdini act. Tonight, David Ortiz is set to tango with Texas' Derek Holland.

What You Need to Know: Rocking Their Sox Off

by Daniel Rathman 5/02

Clay Buchholz continued dealing last night. Tonight, Jake Peavy will try to keep Adrian Beltre in check.

What You Need to Know: Hooray for Hanleywood

by Daniel Rathman 5/01

The future looks bright for the Dodgers when Hanley Ramirez and Andre Ethier are contributing.

What You Need to Know: Let’s Play Two (Or More)!

by Daniel Rathman 4/30

On Monday night, the Angels and the A's took Ernie Banks' refrain a little too seriously. Tonight, Jose Bautista will get his first look at Jon Lester this season.

What You Need to Know: The Bronx Band of Misfit Toys

by Daniel Rathman 4/29

Despite playing without many of their stars, the Yankees continue to find ways to win. Tonight, Eric Hosmer will try to up his slugging against Ubaldo Jimenez.