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Brewers clinch NL Central as magic number for first-round bye hits zero
sports22 days ago

Brewers clinch NL Central as magic number for first-round bye hits zero

The Milwaukee Brewers have clinched the NL Central and hold a strong shot at a first-round playoff bye. With a 94-57 record through Sept. 15, the magic number to secure a bye is zero. Six wins would officially bypass the Braves for a bye; nine would give Milwaukee the NL’s best record and home-field throughout the playoffs. If the season ended now, they'd skip the wild-card round and face a No. 4 or No. 5 seed; they’re on pace for 100 wins and still have crucial remaining games against the Pirates, Orioles, and Phillies to finish the year, with tiebreakers vs. Dodgers and Braves potentially shaping the exact seed.

via Wausau Pilot & Review|
#first-round-bye#magic-number#milwaukee-brewers
Crow-Armstrong rips balk no-call as Cubs fall to D-backs
sports1 month ago

Crow-Armstrong rips balk no-call as Cubs fall to D-backs

Pete Crow-Armstrong stormed the field after a balk no-call in the Cubs’ 2-0 loss to the Diamondbacks, arguing with umpires and admitting his frustration after going 1-for-12 in the series; the crew later acknowledged the miss. Cubs coach Quentin Berry and manager Craig Counsell intervened to keep him from getting ejected. Despite the setback, Chicago remains in the playoff mix with a four-game wild-card lead, but September includes a crucial run with several games against the Brewers that will decide their NL Central fate.

via USA Today|
#balk#baseball#cubs
NL Central Draft Day 1: Cardinals deepen depth, Reds chase ceiling with Lebron
sports2 months ago

NL Central Draft Day 1: Cardinals deepen depth, Reds chase ceiling with Lebron

In the 2026 MLB Draft's NL Central, each club built a distinct, top-10-round strategy: the Cardinals used extra picks to assemble a deep, balanced class headlined by high-upside prep players and multiple college arms; the Reds kicked off with high-risk/high-reward Justin Lebron and then filled in with safer college talent to bring certainty; the Brewers added more Ebel family picks and a mix of live-armed pitchers and athletic outfielders; the Pirates leaned into strong college bats plus upside high school talent; and the Cubs focused on college pitching, led by Cade Townsend, with several projectable arms behind him. The piece underscores a college-first trend and the ongoing balance between upside and signability in the top rounds.

via The New York Times|
#cardinals#cubs#mlb-draft-2026
MLB Trade Deadline Highlights: Winners, Losers, and Impactful Deals
sports1 year ago

MLB Trade Deadline Highlights: Winners, Losers, and Impactful Deals

The article analyzes the trade deadline moves of NL Central teams, highlighting the Milwaukee Brewers' modest yet impactful trades, the Cubs' solid additions but lack of starting pitching help, the Reds' strategic acquisitions to contend, the Cardinals' sell-off of veterans, and the Pirates' mixed approach with some prospects gained. It invites readers to vote on which team had the best deadline in the division.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#cincinnati-reds#milwaukee-brewers#mlb
"Sonny Gray Makes Cardinals Debut Against Phillies After Injury Return"
sportsbaseball2 years ago

"Sonny Gray Makes Cardinals Debut Against Phillies After Injury Return"

Cardinals' Sonny Gray is set to make his debut after being sidelined with a hamstring strain, hoping to bolster the struggling starting pitching staff; Cubs' Julian Merryweather placed on injured list with a shoulder strain, opening up a spot for Daniel Palencia in the bullpen; Brewers' Jakob Junis placed on IL with a shoulder impingement, but the MRI came back clean and he hopes to return soon, with Aaron Ashby filling in for him.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#brewers#cardinals#cubs
"Cody Bellinger Signs 3-Year, $80M Deal with Chicago Cubs, Impact on MLB Free Agency"
sports2 years ago

"Cody Bellinger Signs 3-Year, $80M Deal with Chicago Cubs, Impact on MLB Free Agency"

The Chicago Cubs are thrilled about the return of free agent Cody Bellinger, who agreed to a three-year, $80 million contract, with the ability to opt out after each season. Bellinger's return is celebrated by the team and fans, as he was a key player in the Cubs' success last season. His presence is seen as instrumental in the team's bid for the NL Central title, and the Cubs may still make further moves in the free-agent market to bolster their roster.

via USA TODAY|
#chicago-cubs#cody-bellinger#free-agency
"Jonathan India's Versatility and Spring Training Debut in NL Central"
sports2 years ago

"Jonathan India's Versatility and Spring Training Debut in NL Central"

Jonathan India's plantar fasciitis is still affecting his availability for the Reds, Aaron Ashby is making progress after shoulder surgery and hopes to win a spot in the Brewers rotation, Carlos Santana expressed interest in returning to the Pirates but ultimately signed with the Twins, and the Pirates are facing challenges in their rebuild due to issues with international signings, disconnect between traditional and modern approaches, and limited spending under owner Bob Nutting.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#aaron-ashby#carlos-santana#jonathan-india
"Cubs' Acquisition of Shota Imanaga Signals Stronger Competition for Cardinals in NL Central"
sports2 years ago

"Cubs' Acquisition of Shota Imanaga Signals Stronger Competition for Cardinals in NL Central"

The Chicago Cubs have made significant moves to strengthen their team, signing Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga and acquiring first baseman Michael Busch in a trade with the Dodgers. These additions address key areas of need for the Cubs, making them a tough challenge for the St. Louis Cardinals in the NL Central. The Cubs are also reportedly negotiating with several other players, and are expected to be strong contenders alongside the Cardinals in the upcoming season.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
#chicago-cubs#michael-busch#nl-central