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NL Central Preview: Loaded Cubs going for the division title, but Brewers and Reds are lurking
The Cubs lead the NL Central amid strong competition from Brewers and Reds, with key roster changes and injuries shaping a division where stolen bases ranked among MLB's best.
- Last year, the Cubs led the NL Central after acquiring Noelvi Marte, a key performer for Cincinnati, following a successful transition to the outfield.
- After offseason moves, Milwaukee Brewers traded Corbin Burnes and Freddy Peralta, leaving a rotation led by Brandon Woodruff, Quinn Priester, and Jacob Misiorowski, while Chaim Bloom's rebuild changed the division landscape.
- Speed is a defining feature of the Central, with the Brewers, Cubs, and Reds combining for over 490 steals last year, led by Turang and Chourio.
- Reds signing of José Suárez could boost their lineup, while the Cubs face late-inning uncertainty with Daniel Palencia and Hunter Harvey, according to team assessments.
- Young starters and established aces will shape the season, with Paul Skenes' Cy Young season anchoring the rotation and Hunter Greene's early absence highlighting depth needs.
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NL Central Preview: Loaded Cubs going for the division title, but Brewers and Reds are lurking
Alex Bregman is hoping to lead the Chicago Cubs to their first NL Central title since 2020 after signing a $175 million, five-year contract with the North Siders in free agency.
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Total News Sources13
Leaning Left4Leaning Right2Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution46% Center
Bias Distribution
- 46% of the sources are Center
46% Center
L 36%
C 46%
R 18%
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