Second baseman Nico Hoerner has announced his presence with authority this season.
With an ability to hit and pitch at an elite level, Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels may be the best player of this generation.
His mastery of changing speeds and hitting locations from pitch to pitch along with the introduction of his "secret pitch" had Marlins hitters scratching their heads all day.
The success of the Cubs, who finished third in the NL Central in 2022 with a 74-88 record, could depend on their ability to flash the leather.