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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 1
Padres 4, Cubs 1: Farewell to 2026, and on to an uncertain 2027 
When the Chicago Cubs began the 2026 season 27-12, a stretch that included two 10-game winning streaks, many of us thought, “Hey — maybe this year can be something special.” Well.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 1
Chicago Cubs news — Boyd, Hoerner, Suzuki
Today’s Reflections Okay. The appearance of San Diego native Joe Musgrove in the ninth inning, to the screams of a chanting crowd, was pretty cool. And that was the only enjoyable part of Game 1 of the Wild Card game versus the Padres.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / October 1
Chicago Cubs Insider Has Strong Words After Playoff Disaster
The Chicago Cubs’ 2026 postseason ended in two nights of silence and a single run. San Diego swept the National League wild-card series, winning 8-0 on Tuesday and 4-1 on Wednesday at Petco Park.
The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the pitchers in MLB's Live Ball era (since 1920) with five or more 200-strikeout seasons under their belt can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 1
Cubs Rapid Recap: Cubs season ends meekly with 4-1 loss to Padres
It ain’t over ‘til it’s over. But it’s over. The Cubs lost Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series 4-1 to the San Diego Padres. The Friars advance to the Division Series and eliminate the Cubs, 2 games to 0.
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.
Dansby Swanson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Cubs’ Dansby Swanson reveals Chicago’s strategy down 0-1 vs. Padres
The Chicago Cubs are facing elimination after a difficult start to the postseason, but shortstop Dansby Swanson said the team plans to stick with what worked during the regular season.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 30
Cubs vs. Padres NL Wild Card Lineup (Game 2): Do or Die, Is Gausman Ready? More
For the first time this season, the Chicago Cubs will face elimination. The Cubs enter Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series with their backs against the wall following an embarrassing 8-0 drubbing at the hands of the lively San Diego Padres.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / September 30
Chicago Cubs Could Land $75 Million Star in Offseason Coup
Michael King just made the winter conversation louder, and the Chicago Cubs might be listening. After carrying a no-hitter into the seventh inning and finishing with seven scoreless frames in San Diego’s 8-0 Wild Card opener against Chicago, the Padres right-hander looked every bit like a pitcher ready to test the market again.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 30
Biggest Game 2 Adjustment the Cubs Have to Make to Avoid Elimination
The Cubs' offense isn't broken right now, but it's the reason they stumbled into second place in the NL Wild Card. That may sound silly given the Cubs led the league in runs (850), RBI (804), slugging (.428), wRC+ (114), and fWAR (37.8) this season.
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.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 30
If MLB streams it, baseball fans won’t watch
Game 1 of the Wild Card round is in the books, and Chicago, we have some serious problems. The Cubs’ vaunted offense did nothing against Padres pitching, narrowly avoiding being no-hit in the first of the three-game series.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Cubs Make Pitching Decision After Blowout Loss Against Padres
The Chicago Cubs have made their pitching decision for Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series. Kevin Gausman will take the mound Wednesday against the San Diego Padres, giving Chicago the veteran right-hander with its season on the line after an 8-0 loss in Game 1.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 30
Three reasons Chicago Cubs Game 1 loss to Padres stings extra
The Chicago Cubs start to the 2026 post season is not off to a good start. In Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series they were shut out by the San Diego Padres in a crushing 8-0 defeat.
Kevin Gausman News / ChiCitySports / September 30
Chicago Cubs turn to veteran in Game 2 vs. Padres with season on the line
The Chicago Cubs didn’t start their playoff run as hoped, falling in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series to the San Diego Padres, 8-0. Now, the franchise is on the brink of postseason elimination.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 30
Chicago Cubs Notes: Starter Named, Biggest Game 2 Concern, Stars Need to Step Up
Let's hope the Chicago Cubs have a short memory. If the franchise wants to keep its season alive, it will have to quickly move on from a Tuesday night beatdown.
Chicago Cubs News / TWSN / September 30
Chicago Cubs Look to Bounce Back After an 8–0 Embarrassment
The Chicago Cubs walked into Petco Park for Game 1 with confidence, momentum, and belief that Matthew Boyd’s veteran steadiness would carry them. Instead, they were crushed 8–0 in a game that felt over almost immediately. Boyd surrendered three home runs, including a first‑pitch blast to Fernando Tatis Jr that sent the stadium into a frenzy.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s demonstrative displays toward ump fires up debate
The Chicago Cubs got a rude awakening in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series on Tuesday. The San Diego Padres trounced them 8-0. One of the most controversial moments came in the 6th and 8th innings.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
Missed offseason signings a distant memory as Red Sox begin playoff push
The Boston Red Sox were in a dark place just a few short months ago.
The 'Most MLB Playoff-RBIs' quiz
How many of the players in MLB history with at least 40-career RBI in the playoffs can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Cubs announce Matthew Boyd as Game 1 starter vs. Padres
The Chicago Cubs had one of the worst pitching staffs among playoff teams in the regular season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Cubs vs. Padres: Breaking down the 2026 season series
In a wild-card series that nearly came down to the final game of the season to determine home field advantage, the Chicago Cubs will be traveling out west for a rematch of a 2025 NLWCS matchup against the San Diego Padres.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Report: Blue Jays expected to pursue Seiya Suzuki this offseason
The Toronto Blue Jays' offseason plans will include upgrading their offense.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 27
Cubs' Alex Bregman notches multi-homer game a week after scary injury
Just one week after Bregman experienced a scary injury, he marked a tremendous comeback by hitting two no-doubt home runs against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 25
Sweep, schedule change puts pressure solely on Cubs' shoulders
The Chicago Cubs are traveling anything but the easy road to get to the National League postseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 24
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker / September 24
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong has first 40-40 season in franchise history
He's just the seventh player all-time to reach the milestone.
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