The Six NL Central Teams
The National League Central division includes the Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, and Washington Nationals. These five teams play in the eastern United States and make up one of Major League Baseball's regional divisions. Each team plays 162 games per season, with games divided between division opponents and teams from other divisions.
Division History
The NL Central was created in 1994 when Major League Baseball reorganized its divisions. The division originally had six teams but was reduced to five teams in 2022 when the Houston Astros moved to the American League West. The Atlanta Braves have been one of the most successful teams in this division, winning multiple World Series titles.
Geographic Location
All NL Central teams are located in the southeastern or mid-Atlantic United States. This geographic grouping makes sense for travel and scheduling purposes, as teams play more games against division rivals than against teams in other divisions. The teams represent major cities across the eastern half of the country.
Season Structure
Teams in the NL Central play each other multiple times throughout the regular season. The division winner is determined by the best winning percentage over the 162-game season. The division champion receives an automatic playoff spot, and additional teams may qualify as wild card teams if they have strong records. 
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