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MLB Power Rankings: All hail the NL Central with all five teams in the black
TL;DR
All five teams in the NL Central are currently performing well, with the Cubs and Brewers tied at 12-9. This division is showcasing a competitive spirit as the season progresses.
Key points
- All five NL Central teams are currently performing well
- Cubs and Brewers are tied at 12-9
- Cubs and Brewers faced off in last season's NLDS
- The NL Central is showcasing competitive spirit
- Power rankings highlight division's success
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Keytron Jordan, CBS Sports
Regular readers of these Power Rankings know that I'm all about finding the fun. No matter where we are or what we're doing, what kind of fun can be extracted is central to the discussion. In looking at the standings page right now, there is a division showing itself right now.
National League Central, come on down.
Just take a look at the standings right now. The Cubs and Brewers -- who squared off in the NLDS last season, going the distance in the five-game series -- are tied at 12-9.
Oh, and we should note that they are tied for last place in the division. How about that, huh? Three games over .500, two 2025 playoff teams and they are tied for last. Of course, they are also only 1 ½ games out of first place. No other division has more than three teams with a winning record; the NL Central has five that are relatively comfortable, at this early juncture, above the mark.
The Champs: Brewers
If we're approaching this discussion from the perspective of only the division, the Brewers are the titans here. They are the three-time defending NL Central champions and have won the division four of the last five seasons. They had the best record in baseball last season and stormed out of the gates with an 8-2 record to start this year. They are dealing with some tough injuries, but recently responded to a six-game losing streak by winning four straight. They aren't going anywhere.
The Megamarket Behemoth: Cubs
If we divided the division up into market size, the Cubs would be the only large market team in this group. In fact, they'd be the only one even remotely close. Unlike, say, the Braves or Astros, it isn't like they barely sneak into the term "large" market, either. Chicago is the third-largest market in baseball and the Cubs are the more popular team from the city. If there are three market in baseball, it would the , Cubs and . This creates hatred from the in-division foes and that always increases the level of fun, especially if the Cubs are contenders. They made the playoffs last year, had a good offseason and now look the part on the field.
Q&A
What teams are currently in the NL Central standings?
The NL Central includes the Cubs, Brewers, and three other teams, all performing well this season.
How are the Cubs and Brewers doing in the current MLB season?
The Cubs and Brewers are tied at 12-9, reflecting a competitive matchup after their previous playoff encounter.
What is the significance of the NL Central's performance in MLB?
The strong performance of all five NL Central teams indicates a highly competitive division, which could impact playoff standings.
How did the Cubs and Brewers perform in last season's playoffs?
The Cubs and Brewers faced each other in the NLDS last season, going the distance in a five-game series.