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Cubs aim to clinch playoff berth, face Marlins amid Alex Bregman injury concern

The Chicago Cubs can clinch a playoff berth on Tuesday when they host the Miami Marlins to start a three-game series. However, there's still a lot of uncertainty ahead for manager Craig Counsell's team, including the health of a key slugger.

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The NL wild-card race is setting up for chaos

When Tuesday begins, expect the wild-card chase in the National League to become a free-for-all.

Dodgers have familiar Roki Sasaki spot for postseason

Blue Jays make a flurry of roster moves ahead of critical series against Orioles

Fernando Tatis Jr.'s turnaround has placed Padres in strong postseason position

The 'Manager playoff wins leaders' quiz

Alex Bregman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21

Extent of Alex Bregman’s injuries from errant foul ball have been revealed

Alex Bregman certainly paid the price for being in the wrong place at the wrong time on Sunday. The Chicago Cubs third baseman Bregman suffered multiple facial fractures after being struck by a foul ball while standing in the on-deck circle during Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Monday.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Alex Bregman News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Alex Bregman Suffers Multiple Facial Fractures

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman was hit by a foul ball in the on deck circle yesterday. Today, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that Bregman suffered multiple facial fractures.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Baseball Now / September 21

Cubs Magic Number: When Is Earliest They Can Clinch?

The Chicago Cubs cannot win the National League Central, but are on the cusp of securing a spot in the postseason. The Cubs can still finish as high as the No.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Viral Sports News / September 21

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong Has Broken Another Major Record

Pete Crow-Armstrong drove a two-run homer into the seats Sunday and moved past Ernie Banks on a Chicago Cubs record list that had stood for 71 years. The blast was Crow-Armstrong’s 45th of the season and the biggest swing in a 9-1 rout of the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park.

MLB News / Cubs Insider / September 21

Cubs’ Trip to Boston Being Threatened by Developing Nor’easter

The Cubs are currently bunched up in the Wild Card race, tied with the Padres for the top two seeds and just a game ahead of the Phillies in third. With only six games left for all three teams, the results of the next week are a little more than mildly important.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 21

Cubs Magic Number Watch: Playoffs Virtually a Lock, But What About Seeding?

The Chicago Cubs can almost taste it. On Sunday, Craig Counsell's squad took down the Cincinnati Reds in blowout fashion, 9-1. Their offense continued to fire on all cylinders, while mid-season acquisition David Peterson threw another gem.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 21

Chicago Cubs update: Pete Crow-Armstrong, David Peterson, Daniel Palencia

With one week to go in the regular season, the Cubs’ magic number to clinch a postseason berth has dropped to one, and their magic number to get home field in a Wild Card series is now six.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Craig Counsell Delivers Alex Bregman News After Cubs Win

Alex Bregman was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation after being hit in the face by a foul ball during the Chicago Cubs’ 9-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 21

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero vs. the Reds

Injury news was on the top of everyone’s mind Sunday afternoon in Chicago. If you are both a Cubs and Bears fan, you were probably more concerned about the injury news than this game.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 21

The Chicago Cubs need to re-sign this free agency-eligible veteran right now

The Chicago Cubs got their magic number down to “1” on Sunday at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati when they beat the Reds 9-1. Despite seven different Cubs getting an RBI on the day, the hero of the game had to be starting pitcher David Peterson, who allowed just one earned run on 3 hits and a walk in 6 innings.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 21

Cubs somber after Alex Bregman's scary injury

The Cubs were somber after they defeated the Reds 9-1 Sunday.

Chicago Cubs making big 'next year' moves while focusing on this year

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes more Cubs history in win over Reds

Cubs catch a glimpse of vintage Daniel Palencia against Reds

The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 21

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes more Cubs history in win over Reds

Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to be a massive threat on the basepaths, as he recorded his ninth game with a home run and a stolen base.

Pete Crow-Armstrong stars as Cubs blast Reds

Justin Steele not making Cubs looming decision any easier

Chicago Cubs making big 'next year' moves while focusing on this year

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 20

Chicago Cubs making big 'next year' moves while focusing on this year

The Chicago Cubs won’t be able to let up, even if they end up clinching a playoff spot today or tomorrow. They are currently tied with the San Diego Padres for the top National League Wild Card seed—and the important home field advantage in the Wild Card round.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / September 20