"Entering play on Friday, the Cubs are in a three-way tie for third in the NL Central and boast a +6 run differential that's better than all divisional opponents other than the Brewers (+28)."
"Griffin has reportedly agreed to a nine-year, $140 million extension before even being added to the active roster, which could cost the Pirates draft picks via the prospect promotion incentive program."
"Their mix of veterans and youngsters should be enough to win the division, but the thing about not playing games on paper means actually playing well in real life."
The Cubs are currently tied for third in the NL Central with a +6 run differential. They need to improve consistency after alternating wins and losses. The Pirates may gain an advantage with the addition of top prospect Konnor Griffin, who signed a nine-year, $140 million extension. This could impact their draft picks due to the prospect promotion incentive program. The Cubs must maximize their roster's potential to win the division, as performance on the field is crucial, especially considering the conditions at Wrigley Field.
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