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As the second month of the 2021 season nears its conclusion, the National League West remains one of the most competitive divisions at the top.
The Giants, Padres and Dodgers continue to battle for the lead, and the race could stay tight all year. Meanwhile, the D-backs and Rockies have endured some recent struggles -- and injury woes -- but each has talented young players who could help lead a turnaround over the next four months, especially as the teams get healthier.
However, each of these teams -- regardless of its position in the NL West -- has questions that need to be answered if it wants to stay at the top of the division or work its way up there. For some, these could lead to crucial decisions that will be made over the course of the summer and into the second half of the season.