Brewers and Cubs shine in week 20 NL Central Power Rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
In week 20 of the 2026 NL Central Power Rankings, the Milwaukee Brewers lead at 74-44, going 5-2 this week after strong performances against the Pirates and Twins. The Chicago Cubs follow closely at 69-50, achieving a 6-1 record this week with a sweep of the Dodgers and solid hitting from Pete Crow-Armstrong and Ian Happ. The Cincinnati Reds, St. Louis Cardinals, and Pittsburgh Pirates occupy the lower rankings after mixed performances, with the Reds sitting at 56-61 following a.500 week. Looking ahead, Milwaukee will face the Padres and Dodgers in California, while the Cubs travel to Washington to take on the Nationals.
- •Brewers hold first place with a 5-2 record this week.
- •Cubs ranked second after a strong 6-1 week.
- •Cincinnati Reds are third with a 3-3 record.
- •Cardinals win four games this week to rank fourth.
- •Pirates struggle with a 2-5 week, sitting in last place.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NL Central Power Rankings: Week 20
"Brewers, Cubs prove they’re two of the best in the league
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