LeBron James, Zion Williamson, Serena, and the Yankees among those back in action
A week before the official opening of NBA training camps ahead of the July 30 restart, some teams are already back in action.
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2020 Schedule
0-0, 1st in NL Cent
BBTN: Matt Vasgersian on unrealistic under the health protocols; Todd Radom mourns the loss of the minor league season
Matt Vasgersian joins Buster to discuss the possibility of calling Sunday Night Baseball at home, Sean Doolittle’s apprehension of playing, continued mistrust between the players and MLB, what seems unrealistic under the health and safety protocols, and field mics (4:01). Plus, Todd Radom drops by to mourn the loss of the minor league season, talk Tropicana Field and administer the weekly quiz (27:36).
Cubs' Quintana hurt washing dishes, has surgery
Cubs left-hander Jose Quintana needed surgery to repair a thumb laceration he suffered washing dishes.
Cubs pitching coach tears up talking fight against COVID-19 (2:33)
Everything you need to know as MLB's 2020 season restart begins
Spring training 2.0 ... or summer camp? No matter what you call it, baseball's road back to the field starts today. Here's what you need to get up to speed.
Cubs pitching coach details emotional virus fight
Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy, 38, was emotional in detailing his fight against the coronavirus. "If my journey through this helps one person ... then I want my story to be heard," he said.
Cubs say 2 staffers tested positive for COVID-19
Cubs general manager Jed Hoyer said two staff members have COVID-19 and were experiencing mild symptoms, but noted that no players have tested positive or opted out of this season.
MLB prospects to watch from each team's 60-man pool
Some of the game's biggest prospects, such as Wander Franco and Jo Adell, will be in MLB camps this week. Here's who to watch on every team.
Cubs announce deals with three draft picks
The Chicago Cubs finalized minor league deals with three more draft picks on Thursday, including second-round selection Burl Carraway.
Cubs prez envisions fans in stands, on rooftops
Cubs president Crane Kenney envisions fans in Wrigley Field and on the adjacent rooftops soon after Opening Day.
MLB predictions: Who will thrive, struggle in 60-game season?
No one knows what will transpire in this year's unique format, but that didn't keep us from making our picks for MVP, the team to beat and more.
Baseball's top 60 storylines for a 60-game MLB season
Mookie Betts wearing Dodger blue, Gerrit Cole in pinstripes. A wild sprint from start to finish. Here's what we're most excited to see when the 2020 season finally begins.
A .400 hitter? 30 wins to make the playoffs? How wild a 60-game season could really get
Baseball is about to embark on its shortest season ever, so we look at just how weird 2020's stats could be.
Cubs sign first-round pick Howard to minor league deal
The Chicago Cubs have signed first-round draft pick Ed Howard to a minor league contract that includes a $3,745,500 bonus.
How Much Experience Is Needed Before A Breakout?
Dave Schoenfield stops by to discuss his recent piece on the importance of age on production before father-son trivia and hash browns!
MLB hitters who are missing their age-27 peak season in 2020
Big things were in store for Gary Sanchez, Javier Baez and other young stars, but instead they're losing time at the top of their games.
Ex-Cubs SS Russell signs 1-year deal with KBO
Former Cubs shortstop Addison Russell signed a one-year contract worth $530,000 with the Kiwoom Heroes of the KBO.
Theo Epstein drills 50-yard FG for ALS charity (0:36)
BBTN: Tyler Glasnow on getting his news, being ready to throw five, the Rays in a short season
Rays pitcher Tyler Glasnow joins Buster to discuss getting the latest labor negotiation news from his mom, why he's not on social media, having free time in June for the first time since 7th grade, throwing live innings, why he thinks Tampa Bay would be dangerous in a shortened season and his his personal level of concern with the coronavirus (8:34). Plus, Jesse Rogers on the latest between MLB and the players (4:37). And Todd Radom on Wrigley Field and the weekly quiz (26:16).
What MLB's latest proposal says about the season (2:10)
'Long Gone Summer' takeaways: McGwire's moonshots and Sosa's style
The 30 for 30 doc reminded us of a wonderful summer when baseball ruled, but the thrills and innocence didn't last.
BBTN: Karl Ravech on "Long Gone Summer," the labor impasse between players and owners
Karl Ravech joins Buster to discuss ESPN's "Long Gone Summer" and their memories of the summer of 1998, other factors that revitalized baseball after the 1994 strike, and the latest impasse between players and owners in restarting baseball (8:17). Later, Sarah Langs on Buster Posey's Hall of Fame candidacy (34:26). Plus, SVP's conversation with Sammy Sosa (2:44).
Dingers, Debuts And Dynasty
Dave Schoenfield joins Eric and Tristan to talk McGwire/Sosa, the impact of prospects in 2020 and the future of the league as a whole.
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2020 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| Chicago | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| Cincinnati | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| Pittsburgh | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
| St. Louis | 0 | 0 | .000 | - | - |
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average4.107th
Quality Starts0Tied-25th
WHIP0.191st
BAA.24912th
Runs81410th
Batting Average.25213th
On Base Percentage.3338th
Slugging Percentage.4529th