With just one series left to go before the All-Star break, the Cubs have firmly established themselves as one of the best teams in the National League. So far, Chicago has been led by a prolific offense that can beat their opposition in multiple ways.

On Sunday, the Twins will add the next wave of talent to the organization when the draft begins, making their first selection at No. 16 overall with another pick coming at No. 36 overall, a Competitive Balance Round A selection.

Simeon Woods Richardson outpitched Shota Imanaga with five scoreless innings, and the Twins beat the Chicago Cubs 8-1 on Tuesday night.

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game takes place on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 (7/15/25) at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia. TICKETS: Fans who want to attend the game can buy tickets at StubHub, Vivid Seats and Seatgeek.

The New York Mets may want to poach an outfielder this year. A trade for Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton could be exactly what New York needs.

PITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: Colin Rea (6-3, 4.13 ERA, 1.31 WHIP, 60 strikeouts); Twins: Chris Paddack (3-7, 4.64 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, 68 strikeouts) BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Cubs will aim to stop a three-game road skid when they face the Minnesota Twins.

"The Phillies have a specific interest in the American League Central; they began scouting the Minnesota Twins more heavily this week in anticipation of them being sellers, league sources said," Gelb wrote. "Griffin Jax and Jhoan Durán will be prized targets if Minnesota makes them available. They’re expected to listen."