Template:2006 NL Central standings
| Team | W | L | Pct. | GB | Home | Road |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis Cardinals | 83 | 78 | .516 | — | 49–31 | 34–47 |
| Houston Astros | 82 | 80 | .506 | 1½ | 44–37 | 38–43 |
| Cincinnati Reds | 80 | 82 | .494 | 3½ | 42–39 | 38–43 |
| Milwaukee Brewers | 75 | 87 | .463 | 8½ | 48–33 | 27–54 |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | 67 | 95 | .414 | 16½ | 43–38 | 24–57 |
| Chicago Cubs | 66 | 96 | .407 | 17½ | 36–45 | 30–51 |