NL Central
Coverage of NL Central in the Nexus archive.
- Reds aim to avoid series sweep against the Nationals
The Cincinnati Reds and the Washington Nationals are scheduled to play in the last game of their three-game series, giving the Nationals a chance to sweep. The matchup features pitching from Brady Singer for the Reds against Brad Lord for the Nationals. Historically, the Nationals hold a 4-1 advantage in the season series.
- Cubs set to acquire pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from Mets, AP source says
The Chicago Cubs are set to acquire pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the New York Mets in exchange for infield prospect Jefferson Rojas. The trade, pending medical reviews, is part of the Cubs' efforts to strengthen their injury-depleted pitching staff as they compete in the NL Central and for a wild-card spot. The Cubs also recently acquired relievers Ryan Zeferjahn and Braxton Garrett.
- Cubs hope changing scenery for David Peterson will get newly acquired lefty nearer to All-Star form
The Chicago Cubs acquired left-handed pitcher David Peterson in a trade with the Mets, hoping a change of scenery will help him return to his All-Star form from last season. Peterson has struggled with a 6.09 ERA this season after a 3.06 ERA before the 2023 All-Star break. Cubs manager Craig Counsell expressed optimism that the new environment and a strong defensive infield could re-energize Peterson.