Answering 5 burning Hot Stove questions

Coming off a World Series in which both participants — the Rangers and D-backs — had losing records in 2022, it is pretty clear that MLB’s turnaround trend is very much intact. So let’s take a look at some teams that might have what it takes to morph from also-rans to October entries.

Designated hitter has been Shohei Ohtani’s traditional spot as a position player, but that in fact may not be the only position he plays with the Dodgers, according to manager Dave Roberts.

Max Scherzer attempted to manage his back pain with “conservative treatments,” but the pain never went away. Ultimately, it was determined that surgery was the best course of action.

Jung Hoo Lee put on his new Giants cap, tucked his hair behind his ears and immediately flashed his charm by leaning into the microphone to pose an important question: “Handsome?”

Atlanta acquired lefty reliever Ray Kerr and 1B/DH Matt Carpenter from San Diego for outfield prospect Drew Campbell.