With Cubs, Reds ahead for Brewers, NL Central writer breaks down both

The Milwaukee Brewers are set to face the Chicago Cubs twice in the next two weeks, with the Reds also ahead on their schedule. Gordon Wittenmyer, an NL Central writer, provides insight on where the Cubs stand in the division race as of August 31, 2026. The piece, written by JR Radcliffe of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, breaks down both upcoming matchups and the broader NL Central landscape.