The National League Central division is taking shape after nearly two months of the 2021 MLB season. Here are the key recent developments:

Cincinnati Reds Announce "Re-Opening Day"

• Great American Ballpark returns to full capacity on June 2nd
• Hosting Philadelphia Phillies at 12:35 p.m.
• Mayor John Cranley encouraging attendance and DORA District visits
• Local businesses planning half-day for employees to attend

Christian Yelich Returns to Brewers

• Back after month-long lower back injury
• Currently 2-for-22 since return, including one home run
• Brewers need offensive boost with NL-worst .209 team batting average

Cardinals Manager Ejection Controversy

• Mike Shildt ejected after umpire Joe West made pitcher change caps
• Incident involved suspected sunscreen on Gallegos' hat brim
• Second ejection this season for Shildt
• Manager expressed frustration about selective enforcement

Cubs Injury Updates

• Nico Hoerner placed on 10-day IL (hamstring)
• Was hitting .338 with strong defense
• Cubs have used 40 players already this season
• Ten players currently on injured list

Pirates' Struggles Continue

• Lost six straight games
• Dropped 9 of last 10 games
• Nine games behind first-place Cardinals
• Scored only 10 runs while allowing 46 during losing streak
• Fourth straight season near bottom of division

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