Cardinals, Flaherty still without deal, swap figures
- The St. Louis Cardinals and ace Jack Flaherty have not agreed to terms on a 2021 contract and they swapped figures for salary arbitration Friday.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
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Updated rankings for every MLB free agent for 2020 offseason
How did the non-tender deadline change our list? Here's our look at everyone on the open market, from big-name stars to bargain options.
BBTN: Boog Sciambi on his new gig as Cubs play-by-play man, Alden Gonzalez on the Padres-Dodgers arms race, Hembo on Trevor Story
Boog Sciambi joins Buster to discuss to being named the new play-by-play voice of the Chicago Cubs, his run-in with Harry Caray in a restroom, the Padres looking like a superhero team-up and the slow winter market. Then Alden Gonzalez stops by to talk about when Spring Training may start, the arms race between the Padres and Dodgers and if Los Angeles will re-sign Corey Seager or Cody Bellinger. Later, Hembo on no players being inducted into the Hall of Fame, Yadier Molina and the Cardinals at an impasse and Trevor Story.
The most interesting 2020 number for all 30 MLB teams
This was a baseball season like no other. And here are the numbers that prove it.
White Sox-Angels to open Sunday Night Baseball
ESPN will open its Sunday Night Baseball schedule on April 4 when the Los Angeles Angels host the Chicago White Sox.
The biggest star every MLB team has ever traded
From historic heists to modern blockbusters, we examine the reasons for the most memorable deals in baseball history.
Minor league affiliates tracker: How MLB's restructure shakes out
With Major League Baseball reducing the number of affiliated farm teams, here's a look at where things stand.
Kaegel wins Spink Award for baseball writing
Dick Kaegel, who covered the Cardinals and Royals and edited The Sporting News during a career of more than 53 years, has won the Hall of Fame's J.G. Taylor Spink Award.
Wainwright wins MLB's Roberto Clemente Award
Pitcher Adam Wainwright has won the Roberto Clemente Award, given annually by MLB for community involvement and philanthropy.
MLB Stock Watch: How all 30 teams stack up as the hot stove starts to simmer
With baseball's offseason set to begin in earnest, we rank each club's roster and look at what work needs to be done.
How Adam Wainwright's love for fantasy football has benefited more than 30 charities
Come for the trash talk, stay for the competition: Baseball players use fantasy obsession to help those in need.
Wainwright uncertain of his future with Cardinals
Adam Wainwright, who has spent his entire 15-year MLB career with the Cardinals, is unsure of his future with the team entering free agency. "We just don't know what they're going to be offering -- or if they will offer," he said.
The best free-agency fits for George Springer
A three-time All-Star with the Astros, Springer is the top hitter on the market. Could he be coming to your team?
NL offseason checklists: What all 15 teams need to get done this winter
Heading into an unusual offseason, we look at the key action items for every team in MLB's senior circuit.
Landing Francisco Lindor: Ranking trade fits for Cleveland's star shortstop
The biggest buzz this offseason surrounds the potential trade of Francisco Lindor. We break down every team's chances of adding the Indians superstar.
Former All-Star reliever McDaniel dies at 84
Lindy McDaniel, an All-Star reliever who appeared in nearly 1,000 major league games over 21 seasons, has died. He was 84.
Way-too-early 2021 MLB awards predictions
The top honors for 2020 have just been handed out, but we're already looking ahead to next year's MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year races.
Ranking how well Trevor Bauer fits on all 30 MLB teams
The NL Cy Young is also the top ace on the free-agent market. Here's where he could be taking his talents next.
Lindor AND Springer to the Mets? Ozuna to the Astros? Offseason predictions for all 30 MLB teams
We look at what every team could do -- and what we think they will do -- as baseball's offseason starts to get going.
From silver linings to historically awesome: One great 2020 moment for all 30 MLB teams
Instead of judging a team's success -- or failure -- based on a shortened season, Sam Miller lists one positive memory each club can hold on to this winter.
Which World Series is the best ever? We rank all 116 Fall Classics
The finale of the pandemic-shortened 2020 season goes up against the scandals, scapegoats, superstars and, yes, the Yankees of the past. Sam Miller judges every October since 1903.
BBTN: Jesse Rogers, Tim Kurkjian, Hembo and Todd Radom put a cherry on the wackiest season ever
Jesse Rogers joins Buster to discuss Justin Turner refusing to stay isolated during the postgame celebration, his take on the Blake Snell situation after covering the Rays during the World Series and free agency already looking ugly for the players (8:15). Then, Tim Kurkjian hops on to talk about the wackiest season ever, giving credit to the teams for adapting to an usual lifestyle while playing, their concern for the sport and if Turner will be suspended (22:33). Next, Hembo stops by to be the only person in civilization to defend Kevin Cash (35:14). And finally, Todd Radom administers the last quiz of the season (42:31).
Cardinals not picking up 2021 option on 2B Wong
St. Louis declined Kolten Wong's $12.5 million option for 2021, making the longtime Cardinals second baseman a free agent. The Cardinals will pay Wong a $1 million buyout.
Way-too-early 2021 MLB Power Rankings: What's next for Dodgers, Rays and all 30 teams
Sure, the 2020 season just ended. No, we haven't a clue how the offseason will play out. We're ranking all 30 MLB teams for next year anyway.
The Right Time: NBA Finals, Bob Gibson stories, the biggest news in the world and your #gamewithinthegame stories!
Bomani Jones discusses why despite the “want to” from Jimmy Butler that won the Heat Game 3 of the NBA Finals, he stills hates the zone (0:58). If the Lakers come out on top would LeBron be deserving of the MVP and why did LSU gives up on COVID stadium protocols (21:27)? Plus, Bo tells stories about how much of a “bad man” Bob Gibson was following his passing (34:15), an IYHH including a 67 year-old woman known as “ninja lady” (41:42) and your voicemails from the “game within the game” (55:19). IYHH Stories @heatherkelly on what the future holds for tech’s billion-dollar headquarters: https://wapo.st/34C9CIO @Brian_Rokos on the 67-year-old “Ninja lady” who made good on her threat to an intruder: https://bit.ly/2SuofYO @shanmcmahon_ on the “cruises to nowhere” that may be setting sail soon: https://wapo.st/3jxmYfs
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2021 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 34 | 26 | .567 | - | W1 |
| St. Louis | 30 | 28 | .517 | 3 | W1 |
| Cincinnati | 31 | 29 | .517 | 3 | L1 |
| Milwaukee | 29 | 31 | .483 | 5 | L1 |
| Pittsburgh | 19 | 41 | .317 | 15 | L1 |
Team Stats
- Batting
- Pitching
Runs24028th
Batting Average.23422nd
On Base Percentage.32314th
Slugging Percentage.37128th
Earned Run Average3.909th
Quality Starts0Tied-21st
WHIP1.238th
BAA.2163rd