National League Central

MLB over/under best bet: Cleveland Guardians vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, April 20 Deadspin17:34Pittsburgh Pirates MLB US Sports

Guardians shrug off Pirates' comeback to claim win in 10th Deadspin22:29Pittsburgh Pirates MLB US Sports

Nimmo, Lindor and Soto lead Mets past Cardinals 7-4 for 4-game sweep ESPN.co.uk21:56St. Louis Cardinals New York Mets MLB

Game preview: 4/19/25 Cardinals vs Mets Viva El Birdos19:04St. Louis Cardinals New York Mets MLB

Pirates' Paul Skenes bobblehead giveaway creates chaos at PNC Park The Big Lead11:39Pittsburgh Pirates MLB US Sports

Paul Skenes drops devastating line after Pirates' 3–0 loss on his bobblehead day Sports Illustrated18:07Pittsburgh Pirates MLB US Sports

Orioles’ 24-2 defeat to Reds puts focus on Morton, ailing rotation The Washington Times02:15Cincinnati Reds Baltimore Orioles MLB

Marte hits grand slam, Wynn drives in 6 as Reds embarrass Orioles 24-2 MailOnline22:19Cincinnati Reds Baltimore Orioles MLB

Diamondbacks-Cubs series finale delayed due to rain, lightning ArizonaSports.com20:57Arizona Diamondbacks Chicago Cubs MLB

D-backs drop second straight in Chicago, struggle to slow Cubs’ bats KYMA06:54Arizona Diamondbacks Chicago Cubs MLB

Cubs’ Kyle Tucker delivers strong message after ‘Wild’ comeback victory The Tribune, California18:07Arizona Diamondbacks Chicago Cubs MLB

Cubs pick up unique win not seen in 113 years in wild game vs. Diamondbacks ClutchPoints01:28Arizona Diamondbacks Chicago Cubs MLB

Brewers make cool history with so many stolen bases in first inning Sports Illustrated21:20Milwaukee Brewers MLB US Sports

Brewers fall to Athletics, Chad Patrick allows 2 runs in loss FOX6 News Milwaukee02:56Milwaukee Brewers MLB US Sports

Austin Wynns records six-hit game in Reds blowout win CBSSports.com22:25Cincinnati Reds Baltimore Orioles MLB

Reds score 24 runs, destroy Orioles in series finale Deadspin22:29Cincinnati Reds Baltimore Orioles MLB

Pete Alonso, Mets look to keep doing 'phenomenal job' vs. Cards Deadspin17:34St. Louis Cardinals New York Mets National League East

Kodai Senga, Pete Alonso lead Mets past Cardinals Deadspin03:09St. Louis Cardinals New York Mets National League East

Grading the Seattle Mariners' gritty, gutsy 2-1 series win vs. Cincinnati Reds SoJo Mojo (Weblog)17:19Cincinnati Reds Seattle Mariners MLB

Elly De La Cruz's numerous gaffes will generate familiar cries from Reds fans Blog Red Machine (Weblog)19:00Cincinnati Reds Seattle Mariners MLB

Latest News

In the last 10 minutes

Brandon Nimmo leaps to rob home run persevering Mets' lead against Cardinals FOX Sports02:49

Reds' Elly De La Cruz makes amazing diving catch vs. Orioles FOX Sports02:49

Brewers shatter 33-year-old team record by stealing nine bases, six in first inning The Washington Times02:48

In the last 15 minutes

Elly De La Cruz made ridiculous flying catch in field Larry Brown Sports02:45

In the last half-hour

Insane catch from Elly De La Cruz is the Reds play of the week Red Reporter02:41

Terry Francona sounds off on Reds’ 24-run eruption vs. Orioles ClutchPoints02:37

In the last hour

Cubs drop extras-innings finale to D-backs -- but win series -- amid tough stretch Chicago Cubs - Official Site02:18

Orioles’ 24-2 defeat to Reds puts focus on Morton, ailing rotation The Washington Times02:15

Marte drives in 7 as Reds embarrass Orioles 24-2 The Washington Times02:15

Pirates farm report for April 20, 2025: Nick Solak's hitting streak reaches 12 games for Indy Pittsburgh Tribune-Review02:00

In the last 2 hours

What are the biggest blowouts in modern MLB history? ESPN.com01:44

Alfaro goes yard twice as part of 13-HR barrage in Triple-A game Milwaukee Brewers - Official Site01:40

Uncharacteristically cold bats, other mistakes lead to Cubs’ 11-inning loss to Diamondbacks Chicago Sun-Times01:40

The Cincinnati Reds Top Prospect is on the Move The Kansas City Star01:28

Player of the week 4/13-4/19: Brendan Donovan Viva El Birdos01:25

Blockbuster Cubs Trade Idea Lands $74 Million 1.62 Era Starter The News Tribune, Washington01:18

Braves vs. Twins series recap: Oh, how sweep it is Battery Power01:16

Diamondbacks 3, Cubs 2: There was nothing good about this day Bleed Cubbie Blue01:15

Saggese turning heads with growth in second stint in Majors St. Louis Cardinals - Official Site01:12

Cardinals Predicted to Move On From All-Star Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline The Kansas City Star01:08

Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly exits vs. Cubs due to right leg cramping ArizonaSports.com01:01

Earlier today

Diamondbacks Salvage Series Finale with Gritty Win Over Cubs Sports Illustrated00:44

Naylor's third hit lifts Diamondbacks over Cubs 3-2 in 11 innings MailOnline00:42

Kyle Tucker has been better than advertised as difference-maker in scorching Cubs lineup Chicago Sun-Times00:38

Minor League Wrap: BJ Murray Jr. is on fire as Knoxville beats Lookouts, 3-0 Bleed Cubbie Blue00:34

O's give up 24 runs in 'embarrassing' loss to Reds ESPN.com00:32

Manzardo's sac fly in 10th helps Guardians beat Pirates 5-4, sweep 3-game series ESPN.co.uk00:08

Keller 'going out with same mentality' despite lack of run support in starts Pittsburgh Pirates - Official Site00:06

In the last 4 hours

Logan Henderson shines in debut as Brewers rout A’s, 14-1 Brew Crew Ball23:59 20-Apr-25

Orioles’ Brandon Hyde Sends Message to Fans After 24-2 Loss to Reds Macon.com23:58 20-Apr-25

Orioles Manager Had Harsh Assessment of 24-2 Loss vs. Reds Sports Illustrated23:53 20-Apr-25

Logan Henderson Dazzles in MLB Debut as Brewers Offense Runs Wild News & Observer, North Carolina23:19 20-Apr-25

Pair of Unlikely Reds Players Make History in Rout Over Orioles News & Observer, North Carolina23:19 20-Apr-25

One for the books: Cincinnati Reds rack up franchise milestones in 24-2 rout of Orioles WXIX Fox 19, Ohio23:16 20-Apr-25

Reds' Historic Offensive Outburst Came From an Unlikely Place in the Lineup Sports Illustrated23:12 20-Apr-25

Cubs’ Trade Idea Lands Rays Closer Amid Bullpen Concerns The Charlotte Observer23:08 20-Apr-25

Brewers beat Athletics; Hoskins, Henderson help Milwaukee win FOX6 News Milwaukee23:08 20-Apr-25

Diamondbacks Kelly leaves game with Cubs due to cramps in right leg MailOnline23:00 20-Apr-25

In the last 6 hours

Marte has 7 RBIs and Wynn has 6 as Reds score most runs since 1999 in 24-2 rout of Orioles ESPN.co.uk22:57 20-Apr-25

Reds’ demolition of Orioles has fans going crazy ClutchPoints22:53 20-Apr-25

Milwaukee Brewers Steal Bases, Set Franchise Records in Thrilling 14-1 Win Against Athletics Wisconsin Sports Heroics22:47 20-Apr-25

A’s drop series finale to Brewers 14-1 Athletics Nation22:43 20-Apr-25

Brandon Nimmo does it all, Mets complete 4-game sweep of Cardinals CBS New York22:42 20-Apr-25

Hoskins and Henderson help Brewers beat Athletics 14-1 before starting a 10-game trip MailOnline22:29 20-Apr-25

Brewers swipe team-record nine bases to spark blowout of A's Deadspin22:29 20-Apr-25

Reds score 24 runs, destroy Orioles in series finale Deadspin22:29 20-Apr-25

Guardians shrug off Pirates' comeback to claim win in 10th Deadspin22:29 20-Apr-25

Austin Wynns records six-hit game in Reds blowout win CBSSports.com22:25 20-Apr-25

Manzardo's RBI in 10th helps Guardians sweep Pirates TSN22:25 20-Apr-25

Quinn Priester's early starts for Brewers show Red Sox should've given him a chance BoSox Injection (Weblog)22:21 20-Apr-25

Brewers embarrassed Athletics with historic feat Larry Brown Sports22:20 20-Apr-25

Marte hits grand slam, Wynn drives in 6 as Reds embarrass Orioles 24-2 MailOnline22:19 20-Apr-25

Manzardo's RBI sac fly in 10th helps Guardians beat Pirates 5-4, sweep 3-game series MailOnline22:19 20-Apr-25

Brewers' prospect Henderson K's 9 over 6 frames in MLB debut Milwaukee Brewers - Official Site22:17 20-Apr-25

San Francisco Giants Set Probables for Homestand With Milwaukee Brewers Sports Illustrated22:01 20-Apr-25

Still want to watch the White Sox? Here’s how Daily Herald, Illinois22:01 20-Apr-25

NL Central Notes: Pirates, Cherington, Myers, Steer MLB Trade Rumors21:59 20-Apr-25

Mets complete historic four-game sweep of Cardinals Deadspin21:59 20-Apr-25

Nimmo, Lindor and Soto lead Mets past Cardinals 7-4 for 4-game sweep ESPN.co.uk21:56 20-Apr-25

Austin Wynns has a career day in Reds 24-2 win over Baltimore Redleg Nation (Weblog)21:55 20-Apr-25

Athletics' Springs (hamstring) exits start in 3rd ESPN.com21:55 20-Apr-25

Brewers shatter franchise mark with 9 stolen bases ESPN.com21:55 20-Apr-25

Guardians sweep Pirates in Pittsburgh Cleveland 1921:53 20-Apr-25

Mets 7, Cardinals 4: Home warrior Mets defeat Cardinals to secure four-game sweep Amazin' Avenue21:51 20-Apr-25

Game Recap: Guardians 5 - Pirates 4 Covering the Corner21:48 20-Apr-25

Pitching woes continue for Charlie Morton and the Orioles in a 24-2 blowout to the Reds Camden Chat21:47 20-Apr-25

Pirates stage 3-run rally in 9th, but Guardians win in 10th to sweep series Pittsburgh Tribune-Review21:46 20-Apr-25

Guardians hang on to beat Pirates, 5-4, in 10 innings despite Emmanuel Clase’s blown save Cleveland.com21:44 20-Apr-25

Brewers Make Cool History With So Many Stolen Bases in First Inning Sports Illustrated21:20 20-Apr-25

Brewers shatter 33-year-old franchise record for stolen bases in a game MailOnline21:18 20-Apr-25

Cardinals could lose out on ideal Oli Marmol thanks to NL contender's friction FanSided21:14 20-Apr-25

Cubs Trade Idea Grabs Non-Alcantara Marlins Pitcher With 1.23 Era Macon.com21:05 20-Apr-25

In the last 8 hours

Diamondbacks-Cubs series finale delayed due to rain, lightning ArizonaSports.com20:57 20-Apr-25

Brewers swipe 6 bases in 1st inning, set club record for steals in a game Milwaukee Brewers - Official Site20:56 20-Apr-25

Brewers set franchise record for stolen bases CBSSports.com20:54 20-Apr-25

Latest Sandy Alcantara rumors include worst possible update for the Cubs FanSided20:43 20-Apr-25

What can't he do?! Elly follows up ridiculous catch with HR Cincinnati Reds - Official Site20:11 20-Apr-25

Chicago Cubs Position Staff Ace for Rematch with Los Angeles Dodgers Sports Illustrated19:59 20-Apr-25

'I understand': Andrew McCutchen hates to hear Pirates fans' chants but get frustration Pittsburgh Tribune-Review19:54 20-Apr-25

Pirates farm report for April 19, 2025: Matt Gorski homers twice to back Bubba Chandler at Indy Pittsburgh Tribune-Review19:54 20-Apr-25

SB Nation Reacts results: What Pirates scandal was worse? Bucs Dugout19:48 20-Apr-25

Chicago Cubs' game vs. Diamondbacks delayed due to rain NBC Chicago19:28 20-Apr-25

Diamondbacks-Cubs game Sunday delayed, now scheduled for 2 p.m. Chicago Sun-Times19:22 20-Apr-25

Cubs Trade Idea Lands White Sox Ace to Replace Justin Steele Rock Hill Herald19:10 20-Apr-25

Phillies’ Trade Idea Nets Pirates All-Star Reliever Amid Romano Implosion Rock Hill Herald19:10 20-Apr-25

Man finds rare autograph in thrifted 1948 book WVLT19:08 20-Apr-25

Cubs-Diamondbacks start time: Live rain delay updates from Wrigley Field FanSided19:02 20-Apr-25

Yesterday

Dodgers on Deck: Tuesday night at Cubs True Blue LA18:53 20-Apr-25

Spiers hits IL with nagging right shoulder injury Cincinnati Reds - Official Site18:29 20-Apr-25

Paul Skenes Drops Devastating Line After Pirates' 3–0 Loss on His Bobblehead Day Sports Illustrated18:07 20-Apr-25

TV broadcast appears to cut audio of unflattering chant from Pirates fans Larry Brown Sports18:06 20-Apr-25

Guardians, Pittsburgh Pirates lineups for April 20, 2025: Game 21 Cleveland.com18:01 20-Apr-25

Pirates Player Falls Victim to One of the Most Brutal Umpire Calls of MLB Season Sports Illustrated17:57 20-Apr-25

Chicago Cubs vs. Arizona Diamondbacks preview, Sunday 4/20, 1:20 CT Bleed Cubbie Blue17:37 20-Apr-25

Game #23: Cleveland Guardians vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Bucs Dugout17:35 20-Apr-25

MLB Over/Under Best Bet: Cleveland Guardians vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, April 20 Deadspin17:34 20-Apr-25

High-octane Cubs seek series sweep of Diamondbacks Deadspin17:34 20-Apr-25

Brewers starter Logan Henderson to make MLB debut vs. A's Deadspin17:34 20-Apr-25

Pete Alonso, Mets look to keep doing 'phenomenal job' vs. Cards Deadspin17:34 20-Apr-25

Logan Allen, Guardians go for sweep of host Pirates Deadspin17:34 20-Apr-25

Orioles ask Charlie Morton to save bullpen in start against Reds Deadspin17:34 20-Apr-25

Cubs Trade Idea Ends Matt Shaw Situation With $200 Million Three-Time All-Star The Kansas City Star17:29 20-Apr-25

Cincinnati Reds vs Baltimore Orioles – April 20, 2025 Redleg Nation (Weblog)17:20 20-Apr-25

Cubs trade proposal for Twins’ $73.5 million ace after Justin Steele injury ClutchPoints17:18 20-Apr-25

Laureano hits 2 of the Orioles' 5 homers in their 9-5 victory over Cincinnati WCPO TV, Ohio16:44 20-Apr-25

Off to worst road start in 28 years, Cardinals turn to stopper: First Pitch St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Missouri16:37 20-Apr-25

Q&A: Arenado on future with Cardinals, Hall of Fame case St. Louis Cardinals - Official Site16:33 20-Apr-25

SportsNet Pittsburgh appears to cut crowd audio during ‘Sell the team!’ chant Awful Announcing (Weblog)16:31 20-Apr-25

Reds call up Randy Wynne from Triple-A Louisville Redleg Nation (Weblog)16:09 20-Apr-25

Diamondbacks and Cubs Easter Sunday Game Preview Sports Illustrated16:05 20-Apr-25

Adidas and Dtlr Unveil the Chicago Superstar Sneaker Honoring the City’s Legacy The Source15:21 20-Apr-25

Absurd MLB crackdown forces Reds' star Hunter Greene to make a change (again) Blog Red Machine (Weblog)15:19 20-Apr-25

New timeline revealed for Brandon Woodruff to rejoin Milwaukee Brewers rotation Sportsnaut15:12 20-Apr-25

Insider Reveals Cubs’ Stance Heading Into Trade Deadline Amid Steele Injury The Fresno Bee15:11 20-Apr-25

Reds Select Randy Wynne MLB Trade Rumors15:11 20-Apr-25

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About our MLB National League Central news

Latest news on baseball teams in the National League Central, one of the three divisions of the National League of Major League Baseball in North America.

The National League Central (NL Central) is one of the six divisions in Major League Baseball (MLB) and consists of five teams located in the central part of the United States. Established in 1994 as part of the National League, the division has a strong baseball heritage and includes some of the oldest and most storied franchises in the sport. The teams in the NL Central are:

Chicago Cubs: Based in Chicago, Illinois, the Cubs are one of the oldest franchises in MLB, founded in 1876. The team has won three World Series championships (1907, 1908, and 2016) and has a passionate fan base that cherishes its historic home, Wrigley Field.

Cincinnati Reds: Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the Reds were established in 1881 and have won five World Series championships (1919, 1940, 1975, 1976, and 1990). The team has a rich history, including being the first professional baseball team and home to many legendary players.

Milwaukee Brewers: Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the Brewers were established in 1969 as the Seattle Pilots before relocating to Milwaukee in 1970. The team has yet to win a World Series championship but has experienced success in recent years, making the playoffs multiple times.

Pittsburgh Pirates: Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Pirates were founded in 1881 and have won five World Series championships (1909, 1925, 1960, 1971, and 1979). The team is known for its storied past, including the famous 1960 World Series walk-off home run by Bill Mazeroski.

St. Louis Cardinals: Based in St. Louis, Missouri, the Cardinals were established in 1882 and have won 11 World Series championships, making them one of the most successful franchises in MLB history. The team has a dedicated fan base and a strong tradition of winning.

The NL Central is known for its intense rivalries, particularly between the Cubs and the Cardinals, as well as its rich baseball history. The division has produced numerous pennant winners and World Series champions, showcasing the competitive nature of the teams within it.

In this dedicated National league Central feed you can find all the latest fixtures, results, team news, standings, interviews and general updates on the Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, Pittsburgh Pirates and the St. Louis Cardinals.

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