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The NL Wild Card Is Locked Up, But the Chicago Cubs Work Is Not Finished

The Chicago Cubs finally clinched a wild card berth over the weekend, but the celebration came with a clear understanding that the job is not done. Chicago dropped two of three to the Marlins, a frustrating series that exposed some of the team’s inconsistencies, yet Game 3 delivered everything the franchise needed.

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Cubs’ Dansby Swanson has his postseason-clinching celebration strategy completely locked in

One of MLB’s most notable traditions is its postseason-clinching celebrations. After clinching a playoff spot or moving on in a postseason series, teams celebrate in the locker room by spraying bottles of champagne.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Field Level Media / September 24

Pete Crow-Armstrong joins 40/40 club as Cubs clinch wild-card spot

Pete Crow-Armstrong became the seventh player in MLB history with a 40-40 season, as he stole his 40th base of the season Thursday, the same day his Chicago Cubs clinched a playoff berth.

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How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?

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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.

MLB News / ESPN / September 24

Cubs clinch second straight playoff berth with win over Marlins

The Chicago Cubs clinched their second straight postseason berth a 2-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Thursday.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 24

Javier Baez’s stunning stats since Pete Crow-Armstrong trade proves Cubs easily won deal

The Chicago Cubs are counting their blessings that they have Pete Crow-Armstrong. On Thursday, Crow-Armstrong joined the exclusive 40/40 club. Longtime baseball journalist Bob Nightingale did a little digging, per USA Today.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / September 24

Cubs, White Sox's Playoff Berths Make History in Wild Day for Chicago

It's going to be a fun few weeks for the city of Chicago, to say the least. Within minutes of one another, both the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Cubs clinched playoff berths on Thursday afternoon.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 24

Cubs lock up playoff berth with win over Marlins

Nico Hoerner ripped a go-ahead RBI single in the sixth and Matthew Boyd tossed seven strong innings, helping the host Chicago Cubs clinch a playoff berth with a 2-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Thursday afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 24

Cubs, White Sox make neat history with postseason berths

Thursday was a big day for the city of Chicago.

Cubs manager provides an update on Alex Bregman’s recovery

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong has first 40-40 season in franchise history

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

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 24

Cubs Clinch Playoffs for Second Year in a Row, Work Remains for Top Wild Card Spot

With three games to spare, the Chicago Cubs have booked their ticket. Thanks to a 2-1 win over the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field on Thursday (which also saw PCA join the 40/40 Club), the organization will compete in the MLB postseason for the second consecutive year.

Chicago Cubs News / The Spun / September 24

Taylor McGregor Announces She's Leaving The Chicago Cubs

Taylor McGregor is heading to ESPN, full-time. The popular sideline reporter, who covers college football for ESPN, has also served as the dugout reporter for the Chicago Cubs on the Marquee Sports Network.

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Kevin Gausman News / Viral Sports News / September 24

Chicago Cubs Hit With Concerning Kevin Gausman News

Chicago Cubs right-hander Kevin Gausman left Wednesday night’s start against the Miami Marlins after injuring his left shoulder on a diving tag play in the sixth inning of a 3-2 loss at Wrigley Field.

Ian Happ News / Baseball Now / September 24

Cubs' Ian Happ Comments On What Could Be His Final Home Game With Team

The Chicago Cubs drafted Ian Happ in the first round of the 2015 MLB Draft, and he has been in the big leagues since 2017. Happ has played 1,291 career regular-season games for the Cubs going into Thursday's game.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / September 24

Watch: PCA Joins 40/40 Club

The 40/40 Club was created 38 years and one day ago when Jose Canseco swiped his 40th bag for the Athletics, and now its membership has swelled to seven.

Alex Bregman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 24

Cubs manager provides an update on Alex Bregman’s recovery

The Chicago Cubs are in wait-and-see mode with Alex Bregman. The Cubs star was hit in the face by a foul ball on Sunday in a scary scene, and he suffered multiple facial fractures.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 24

Cubs' PCA has first 40-40 season in franchise history

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong has first 40-40 season in franchise history

He's just the seventh player all-time to reach the milestone.

Cubs, White Sox make neat history with postseason berths

Cam Schlittler caps impressive year by making Yankees history

Brewers take down Phillies for franchise's first 100-win season

Junior Caminero had cold quote on facing Yankees or Red Sox in playoffs

Mets fans won't love what Pete Alonso had to say about being an Orioles player

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s comments about his contract are a big red flag

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 24

Chicago Cubs hobbled by MLB weather-related schedule change

The Chicago Cubs are not exactly easing their way into the postseason. As a matter of fact, clinching this playoff berth has been a little like pulling teeth.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Cubs Make Pitching Decision for Marlins Game

The Chicago Cubs have decided on their starting pitcher for Thursday’s home finale against the Miami Marlins. Manager Craig Counsell will send left-hander Matthew Boyd to the mound at Wrigley Field, according to Chicago Tribune Cubs beat writer Meghan Montemurro.

Kevin Gausman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 24

Notable update emerges on concerning Kevin Gausman development

The Chicago Cubs may have a concerning injury to deal with amid their pursuit to secure a ticket to the playoffs. Chicago pitcher Kevin Gausman appeared

Alex Bregman News / EssentiallySports / September 24

'Pain’s Been Fine': Alex Bregman Calls Himself 'Super Lucky' After Frightening Injury Ahead of Postseason

Alex Bregman took a check-swing liner to the face on Sunday and walked away with fractures but needed no surgery. Bregman’s unfortunate fate came after Michael Busch’s foul ball took an unexpected bounce before striking the Chicago Cubs veteran directly below his left eye.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23

Could new weekend schedule boost Cubs, Red Sox in postseason?

Could a new weekend schedule boost Cubs and Red Sox in postseason?

If the Chicago Cubs want to host a game in the National League Wild Card round, they will not only have to beat the Boston Red Sox this weekend on the road, but also overcome Mother Nature.

Cubs somber after Alex Bregman's scary injury

Cubs' Craig Counsell provides more good Alex Bregman injury news amid tight NL wild-card race

Anthony Rizzo has wild suggestion for Cubs' October strategy

Red Sox reach deals with manager Chad Tracy, top executive Craig Breslow

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Justin Steele News / ChiCitySports / September 23

Chicago Cubs ace Justin Steele 'an option' for failing bullpen

Chicago Cubs pitching is hobbling its way towards the playoffs, dragging a badly wounded bullpen behind it. On Tuesday, the Cubs wasted a very good start from Shota Imanaga and some solid work from four relievers when they blew their chance to clinch a playoff spot in extra innings at Wrigley Field against the Miami Marlins.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 22