The National League Central already is the most competitive division in baseball and on Wednesday two more veteran hurlers were added into the mix. The Chicago Cubs struck in free agency by reportedly signing three-time All-Star Liam Hendriks, according to Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic. "The Chicago Cubs have signed RHP Liam Hendriks to a minor league deal, sources tell the Athletic," Ghiroli wrote. Not long afterward, Reds reporter Charlie Goldsmith reported that Cincinnati is signing veteran hurler Chris Paddack. "According to sources, the Reds are signing veteran starting pitcher Chris Paddack," Goldsmith wrote. "In 2025, Paddack was a starter for the Twins and Tigers (he was traded at the deadline and pitched for a Detroit team that made the playoffs). Heading into 2026, he signed a $4 million deal with the Marlins. With Miami turning to some younger pitchers and with Paddack posting a 7.63 ERA, he was released earlier this week.…