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Cubs eye potential playoff berth in finale vs. Reds

The Chicago Cubs could not ask for a better gift than a healthy Dansby Swanson for the playoffs. Swanson came off the injured list on Friday after being sidelined for a month with a left oblique strain.

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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Michael Busch is the Superhero vs. the Reds

There just haven’t been enough games like Saturday’s for the Cubs this year. It wasn’t easy. It never is with this team if they aren’t scoring 10 plus runs.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / September 20

Cubs Magic Number Is 2, Clinching Is Close, But Home Field Is the Real Prize

Saturday’s 5-2 win in Cincinnati did more than even the series. It cut the Chicago Cubs‘ magic number to clinch a postseason berth to two, with seven games left and October sitting on the doorstep.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / September 20

Busch’s 20th, Swanson’s First Homer Back Lift Cubs Past Reds, 5-2

Matthew Boyd finally got a win, Michael Busch put the Chicago Cubs back in front, and Dansby Swanson reminded everyone why they waited a month for him.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

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MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 20

Cubs 5, Reds 2: The postseason magic number is 2

I think we can exhale, just a little, after the Cubs’ 5-2 win over the Reds Saturday evening in Cincinnati. The victory reduced the Cubs’ magic number to clinch a postseason spot to 2.

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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.

Daniel Palencia News / ChiCitySports / September 20

Cubs catch a glimpse of vintage Daniel Palencia against Reds

Chicago Cubs reliever Daniel Palencia has had a rollercoaster season. Last year’s leader in saves dealt with oblique and elbow issues much of the first half and hadn’t looked at himself since returning.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19

Cubs come through in late innings, top Reds

Michael Busch and Dansby Swanson hit solo home runs to lift the visiting Chicago Cubs to a 5-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday. The win allowed the Cubs (86-69) to pull a full game ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies for the top wild-card playoff spot in the National League.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 19

Iowa Cubs Minor League Wrap: I-Cubs win 5th-straight

Iowa activated right-hander Tyler Santana from the Development list and sent right-hander Grant Kipp on it. The minor league season ends tomorrow. The Iowa Cubs dried off the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 6-4.

Alex Bregman News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Cubs Announce Abrupt Alex Bregman Decision on Saturday

The Chicago Cubs head into Saturday night’s game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park looking to even their series after a 6-4 defeat on Friday.

Trey Mancini News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Former Chicago Cubs First Baseman Has Retired

For a stretch of the 2023 season, Trey Mancini was a member of the Chicago Cubs, a veteran signed to add power and presence to a clubhouse that was still finding its footing after a rebuild.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 19

Cubs Magic Number Watch: The NL Wild Card Race Just Got Wilder

And just like that, we have a three-way tie for the top NL Wild Card spot. Just eight games remain in the regular season, and the Chicago Cubs, the Philadelphia Phillies, and the San Diego Padres sit in a deadlock entering play on Saturday.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / September 19

How Should the Cubs Stack Up Their Playoff Rotation?

With the regular season winding down, the Chicago Cubs are looking to secure the top National League Wild Card spot. They held that position for much of the second half, but now find themselves in a deadlock with the Phillies.

Justin Steele News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 19

Cubs' Decision on Justin Steele Looms After Best Rehab Appearance Yet

A bullpen upgrade may be coming to the Chicago Bulls at the eleventh hour. Justin Steele continues to progress in the minors, with his latest rehab start proving to be his best yet.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19

With hope of being 'the last team standing,' Cubs seek to even series vs. Reds

With the regular season winding down, the Chicago Cubs hope to find some consistency and momentum as they look to even their three-game series against the host Cincinnati Reds on Saturday night.

Justin Steele News / ChiCitySports / September 19

Justin Steele not making Cubs looming decision any easier

Justin Steele has been quite vocal about his plans for the remainder of the 2026 season: He expects to be back with the Chicago Cubs. That goal comes despite undergoing Tommy John surgery in April 2025 and dealing with a flexor strain during his recovery this summer.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / EssentiallySports / September 19

'Out of His Mind': Pete Crow-Armstrong’s MVP Run Draws MLB Analyst’s Strong Opinion

This might be the first time in over half a decade that neither Aaron Judge nor Shohei Ohtani will win MVP. The NL already seems to have found its MVP, and after 153 games, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s 44 homers and 9.6 bWAR have left the NL MVP race with only one credible answer.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 18

Chicago Cubs coach affirms PCA fear is real

The Chicago Cubs have a real one in Pete Crow-Armstrong. To drive home that fact even further, Wednesday’s game at Wrigley Field against the Atlanta Braves showcased even more of the awesomeness exuding from the 24-year-old.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Craig Counsell had a great quote about Pete Crow-Armstrong’s incredible night

Craig Counsell is enjoying the ride the Chicago Cubs are on, with Pete Crow-Armstrong leading the way. Crow-Armstrong keeps building his case for the National

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 17

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes franchise history with latest HR

The Chicago Cubs have a new all-time franchise leader for home runs in a single season by a left-handed batter.

White Sox's playoff hopes slipping after losing series vs. Guardians

2026 White Sox in danger of becoming 2003 Royals

Travis Bazzana helping fuel the Guardians' postseason push

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman continues to show he's an elite leadoff hitter

Rays' Junior Caminero makes history with second recent walk-off HR

Shelby Miller News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Cubs Make Season-Ending Decision Ahead of MLB Playoffs

The Chicago Cubs have ended Shelby Miller’s comeback attempt, meaning the veteran reliever will not pitch for the team during the 2026 postseason. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reported the decision on X ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Atlanta Braves.

Shelby Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Cubs Shut Down Shelby Miller For Season

The Cubs are shutting down Shelby Miller for the rest of the 2026 season, manager Craig Counsell told reporters before tonight’s loss to Atlanta (links via Patrick Mooney of The Athletic and Jordan Bastian of MLB.com).

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 13

Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs

With a slim 3-2 lead and Paul Skenes on the mound, Don Kelly made a decision that some believe sank the Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes. It's also one the Pirates' manager had to answer for immediately following Pittsburgh's 4-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

Cubs announce plans for return of Dansby Swanson

Cubs' Alex Bregman's explosive second half helping to erase slow start

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Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12

Cubs Activate Edward Cabrera, Place Trent Thornton On 15-Day IL

The Cubs have activated right-hander Edward Cabrera from the 15-day injured list, and placed Trent Thornton on the 15-day IL due to left ankle soreness.

Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / September 11

Cubs' Alex Bregman's explosive second half helping to erase slow start

Chicago Cubs' Alex Bregman has done a good job of turning around his season with his miraculous second-half surge, helping to erase his slow start and salvage his first season in a Cubs uniform.

Chicago Cubs top prospect on scorching path to MLB

Cubs announce plans for return of Dansby Swanson

Pete Crow-Armstrong becomes first NL player since Barry Bonds to reach this milestone

Cubs' Kevin Gausman has been a major disappointment

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