NL Central Watch: June 3

Heres a quick glance for whats happening around the National League Central.

The Milwaukee Brewers keep rolling, but Bill Halls agent says his client wants to be traded.

St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa is gushing about former Cubs shortstop Cesar Izturis.

The slumping Houston Astros are seeking ways to score more runs.

Check back later for updates.

The Latest
The Hawks conceded the game’s only two goals within the first seven minutes and were shut out for the 12th time this season in a 2-0 defeat Thursday.
Eileen O’Neill Burke is leading Clayton Harris III, 50.15% to 49.85%, a margin that changed only by hundredths of a percentage point, after city and suburban officials tallied more mail-in ballots Thursday.
Suspect Romeo Nance’s son witnessed the shooting of at least five relatives, according to Joliet police reports obtained through a public records request. The reports also indicate the child’s mother was more deeply involved in the case than first thought.
Counsell is measured and stoic, more so than Joe Maddon or David Ross. After Justin Steele’s Opening Day injury, Counsell will put his head down, pace and figure it out.