MLB Power Rankings: The 2020 MVP for all 30 teams
With the Yankees reclaiming a spot in our top five, we look at each team's most valuable player for this most unusual season.
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MLB playoff push: Padres clinch playoff spot, plus current postseason bracket
The Padres earned their first October appearance since 2006 in extra innings. We look at who hopes to join them and more.
Cubs sit OF Schwarber after poor defensive play
Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber said he put his team in a bad spot when he played a double into a triple in the second inning of Sunday's loss to the Twins. Cubs manager David Ross pulled Schwarber from the game afterward.
Kepler notches 3 RBIs in Twins' win over Cubs (1:44)
Kepler homers and Twins beat Cubs and Darvish 4-0
Max Kepler homered, Jose Berrios threw six shutout innings to outduel Yu Darvish and the Minnesota Twins beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 on Sunday night.
Rosario hits one that's too hot to handle (0:29)
Kepler goes yard off Darvish (0:32)
MLB Sunday Spotlight: Will Twins or Cubs last longer in playoffs?
With the Twins and Cubs both postseason bound, we get you ready for their SNB showdown and Sunday afternoon's Giants-A's clash.
Twins clinch 2nd straight playoff spot, beat Mills, Cubs 8-1
Eddie Rosario, Miguel Sano and Josh Donaldson homered as the Minnesota Twins clinched a second straight postseason berth with an 8-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday night.
Longtime baseball pro scout Hughes dies at 79
Gary Hughes, a beloved professional scout for numerous big league organizations during a 54-year career, has died in Northern California after having cancer. He was 79.
Hendricks sparkles, Cubs edge Twins 1-0 for 5th straight win
Kyle Hendricks tossed eight innings of three-hit, shutout ball to outduel Rich Hill, and the Chicago Cubs edged the Minnesota Twins 1-0 on Friday night for their fifth straight win.
BBTN: Jesse Rogers has an interesting idea for how teams should use their pitchers in the first round. Plus, Todd Radom on Kauffman Stadium
Jesse Rogers joins Buster to discuss his pitching strategy for the first round of the playoffs, Josh Donaldson’s ejection after hitting a home run and kicking dirt on home plate, the White Sox clinching a playoff spot, Javier Baez rounding into form, the end of Jon Lester’s time with the Cubs, and another possible Yankees-Twins matchup in the postseason. Later, Todd Radom joins the show to talk about Kauffman Stadium and to administer the weekly quiz.
BBTN: Eduardo Peréz on Fernanmber do Tatis Jr.'s Septecollapse and Jason Benetti on Tim Anderson’s development into an MVP candidate
Eduardo Peréz joins Buster to discuss the jersey collection he’s amassed while calling games at home, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s poor September, why the Marlins are dangerous coming down the home stretch, and the pitching-catching combination of Gerrit Cole and Kyle Higashioka. Later, Jason Benetti drops by to talk about why the Yankees look like the biggest postseason threat to the White Sox and Tim Anderson’s development into an MVP candidate.
Fantasy Focus Baseball: Do Stats Produced In 2020 Matter For 2021?
Eric and Tristan discuss the struggles of some fantasy stars, tackle the middle field ranks for 2021 and preview the weekend slate.
Lester emotional in possible Wrigley farewell
Jon Lester, who will be a free agent after this season, admitted that he had "a lot of emotions" Wednesday in what might have been his final start at Wrigley Field as a Cub.
Báez single gives Cubs 4th straight win, 3-2 over Indians
Javier Baez's RBI single in the 10th inning lifted the Chicago Cubs to their fourth straight win, 3-2 over the Cleveland Indians, on Wednesday night in a game that was briefly delayed when a drone entered Wrigley Field and briefly landed on the...
Drone lands in Wrigley outfield, causing delay
Umpires hastily cleared the field during a game between the Indians and Cubs on Wednesday night when a small drone flew into Wrigley Field over the bleachers and landed on the grass in deep left center.
BBTN: Karl Ravech things Steve Cohen should reach out to Brian Cashman. Plus, Sarah Langs with The Numbers Game
Karl Ravech joins Buster to discuss his idea of Steve Cohen reaching out Brian Cashman for the Mets GM job, Kenley Jansen getting the save against San Diego, the rivalry between the Dodgers and Padres, the playoff bubble and new postseason strategies with teams playing every day, and Derek Jeter’s Tampa Bay house hitting the market for $29 million (8:36). Later, Sarah Langs stops by to play The Numbers Game with notes on the Yankees scoring 20, the Brewers’ offense and Jacob deGrom (28:42).
Cubs walk off over Indians on consecutive HBPs
Willson Contreras and Cameron Maybin were plunked by consecutive pitches from Cleveland reliever Nick Wittgren in the ninth inning, forcing home the winning run as the Chicago Cubs beat the Indians 6-5 Tuesday night.
'It's like picking your favorite kid': MLB insiders on the NL Cy Young race
Yu Darvish, Trevor Bauer and Jacob deGrom are giving us an epic race of big-name aces. Here's the case for each with thoughts from those around the game.
Fantasy Focus Baseball: Stretch Run Adds, Bullpen Hindsight And Debate Early 2021 Rankings
Eric and Tristan get into it about Mike Trout's spot in the 2021 ranks, help you firm up your playoff roster and take a look back at their process in drafting closers.
MLB Power Rankings: The biggest 2020 surprise on all 30 teams
With the White Sox and Padres surging toward the top of the charts, we look at the most unexpected thing this year for every club.
PTI: NFL Week 1 Recap & Reaction
Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss Tom Brady's sloppy performance against New Orleans, Cam Newton's Patriots debut, another bewildering Mitchell Trubisky performance and much more.
BBTN: Tim Kurkjian on Alec Mills' no-hitter. Plus, Alden Gonzalez on Albert Pujols and the big Dodgers-Padres series
Tim Kurkjian joins Buster to discuss Alec Mills' unlikely no-hitter, Matt Chapman's injury, the Rays being the best team in the AL despite hitting a snag, the Dodgers' eternal bitterness about losing the World Series to the Astros, why Ian Anderson is the most important rookie in the NL and Nelson Cruz leading the league in home runs (9:47). Then, Alden Gonzalez stops by to talk about Albert Pujols and the how the Angels should handle its aging superstar, and the huge Dodgers-Padres series starting tonight (25:18).
The Cubs' Alec Mills goes from college walk-on to no-hit pitcher
A long road that included fighting for a spot on a college team and being released by the Royals ended in an unlikely gem for the Cubs' righty.
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2020 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 31 | 22 | .585 | - | L2 |
| St. Louis | 26 | 24 | .520 | 3.5 | W4 |
| Cincinnati | 27 | 27 | .500 | 4.5 | W1 |
| Milwaukee | 26 | 26 | .500 | 4.5 | W4 |
| Pittsburgh | 15 | 38 | .283 | 16 | L4 |
2020 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Batting
- Pitching
Runs23220th
Batting Average.22427th
On Base Percentage.32017th
Slugging Percentage.38924th
Earned Run Average3.949th
Quality Starts272nd
WHIP1.215th
BAA.2316th