The Cubs were off yesterday and the Cardinals lost to the Pirates, so Chicago’s magic number to win the NL Central is now down to seven. St. Louis actually trails the Reds by a half-game in the standings, but the Redbirds still have an extra four games to make up.
The Cubs have a three-game set at Wrigley Field against the Twins this weekend, which means I get to see my man crush, Nelson Cruz. Minnesota just lost two of three to the White Sox and they’re fighting to win the AL Central, so there will be somewhat of a playoff feel to the set despite a lack of fans.