The Cubs continue to hold the top spot in the NL Central, but the Pirates are starting to heat up. The Cardinals are now below .500 at 12-13, and there is cause for concern in St. Louis. The Reds and Brewers are looking more and more like the rebuilding teams that they are.
| Chicago Cubs | 17-6 | – |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | 15-10 | 3.0 GB |
| St. Louis Cardinals | 12-13 | 6.0 GB |
| Cincinnati Reds | 10-15 | 8. |