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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.

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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.

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?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

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

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

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.

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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 on ClutchPoints / September 21

Alex Bregman’s busted face throws wrench in Cubs’ Wild Card race vs. Padres, Phillies

The Chicago Cubs remain in an excellent position not only to reach October, but to host a Wild Card series at Wrigley Field. However, their path toward hosting postseason baseball suddenly became much more complicated.

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.

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.

Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / September 21

3 ripple effects from Cubs’ scary Alex Bregman injury

Since the All-Star break, the Chicago Cubs’ duo of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman has arguably been one of the most feared one-two punches in the league.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 21

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — September 21

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Jeremy Jeffress*, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1934 – The Deans shut out the Dodgers.

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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 / 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

Alex Bregman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21

Alex Bregman posts gnarly photo update after getting hit in face by foul ball

Alex Bregman has provided Chicago Cubs fans with an update after getting hit in the face by a foul ball during Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.

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.

Dansby Swanson News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Cubs’ Sudden Dansby Swanson Announcement Raises Eyebrows

The Chicago Cubs close out their series in Cincinnati on Sunday after a 5-2 victory the night before, but shortstop Dansby Swanson will watch from the bench.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20

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.

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.

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.

Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Cubs’ Craig Counsell talks team-building trip to Churchill Downs

With the Chicago Cubs looking to close out the 2026 season with a bang, the team would also take a breather on Thursday and enjoy a horse race at the famous Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.

Dansby Swanson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Cubs get massive Dansby Swanson boost for stretch run

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson has been reinstated from the injured list, the team announced Friday. Swanson was expected to return for the Cubs’ series against the Cincinnati Reds, but it is now official.

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).