The Cubs have recently gone an 11-game winning streak, and appear to be in complete control of the NL Central. The Cardinals and Pirates are both right in the middle of a heated race for the second wild card spot. The Reds are 16-11 in the second half, and are starting to compete with the Brewers for the fourth spot in the division.
| Chicago Cubs | 73-43 | – |
| St. Louis Cardinals | 62-56 | 12.0 GB |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | 59-56 | 13. |