LEADING OFF: Cubs and Twins can clinch, Harper getting close

Chicago Cubs' Addison Russell watches his three-run double during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) Chicago Cubs' Addison Russell watches his three-run double during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

By Associated Press September 26, 2017 4 min read

A look at what’s happening all around the majors today:

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PARTY TIME

The Cubs can clinch the NL Central for a second straight year with a win against St. Louis or a loss by Milwaukee. Jake Arrieta (14-9, 3.43 ERA) pitches for Chicago, making his second start since missing nearly three weeks with a hamstring injury. The Cardinals counter with righty Carlos Martinez (12-11, 3.63), who gave up seven runs to Chicago on Sept. 15.

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