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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 27
Projecting the Cubs' 26-Man Playoff Roster for the NL Wild Card Series
Well, it’s official. Game 162 is done and dusted, and the playoff matchups are set. The Cubs, who locked up the second Wild Card spot late Saturday night, will now head to San Diego to begin a three-game series against the Padres at Petco Park.
Alex Bregman News / Field Level Media / September 27
Alex Bregman stars for Cubs in neutral-site win over Red Sox
Alex Bregman went 4-for-4 with two home runs and four RBIs against his former team to help the Chicago Cubs wrap up the regular season by defeating the Boston Red Sox 6-2 Sunday in St.
The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?
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 / 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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / September 27
Pete Crow-Armstrong to earn another mind-blowing accolade
The Chicago Cubs are playing their last game of the 2026 regular season on Sunday and find themselves heading into a tougher than tough postseason task as the No.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / September 27
Cubs Recall Braxton Garrett, Option Gavin Hollowell 
Sunday’s regular-season finale will see Craig Counsell work to avoid using any consequential arms, so the Cubs made a move to add a fresh pitcher who can eat 2-3 innings.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 27
Chicago Cubs get brutal playoff task after flubbing end-of-season push
The Chicago Cubs have flown out to St. Petersburg, Florida for what—as things have turned out—is a meaningless final game of the season against the Boston Red Sox.
Shota Imanaga News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 27
Cubs vs. Red Sox Lineup: Game 162, Shota Imanaga's Farewell? Just Stay Healthy, More
Due to another San Diego Padres win on Saturday night, the Chicago Cubs will head into this afternoon with essentially nothing to play for. They are now locked out of the top Wild Card slot, meaning a series at Petco Park awaits this week.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 27
The Cubs will face the Padres in the Wild Card Series… in San Diego
As late as Saturday afternoon, the Cubs still had a chance to host Wild Card Series games. Or go to Atlanta to play the Braves. With the Padres’ win over the Diamondbacks Saturday evening in San Diego, they clinched the top wild card spot over the Cubs.
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 / The Forkball / September 26
Groundhog Season for the Chicago Cubs
It is an eerie kind of déjà vu on the North Side. For the second consecutive autumn, the Chicago Cubs find themselves standing on the familiar threshold of the National League postseason, bracing for a Wild Card landscape that looks remarkably like the one they navigated a year ago.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 26
Chicago Cubs playoff reserve squad spotlighted amid postseason concerns
The Chicago Cubs have been riding a roller coaster season full of highs, lows, and, sometimes, unbelievable bad breaks. As things stand right now, they hold the No.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 26
Chicago Cubs’ biggest strength has become their biggest concern
The Chicago Cubs are not making their way to the playoffs with anything resembling positive momentum. They just dropped a doubleheader to the Boston Red Sox in the midst of a crucial late-season stretch that will determine home field advantage in the Wild Card series.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / September 25
Chicago Cubs Make Announcement on 6-foot-7 Pitcher
The Chicago Cubs reinstated right-handed reliever Gavin Hollowell from the 15-day injured list Friday, returning the 28-year-old to the major-league bullpen after nearly two months away with right shoulder inflammation, via the MLB transaction log.
Chicago Cubs News / New Baseball Media / September 25
How the Cubs Made the 2026 MLB Postseason
For the second straight year, the Cubs will play playoff baseball. However, the club does have some question marks despite boasting one of the league’s best offenses.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Just Baseball / September 26
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s 2026 Season Is Already Historic
Pete Crow-Armstrong is going to win the National League MVP. At this point, that is almost the least interesting part of his season. There is a difference between being the best player in a given year and producing the type of season that deserves to be discussed long after that year is over.
Chicago Cubs News / EssentiallySports / September 25
Cubs’ $61M Star Continues Wrigley’s ‘Beer’ Tradition for One Last Time as Possible Farewell Looms
Ian Happ scored the go-ahead run on Nico Hoerner’s single to secure a win for the Chicago Cubs. But it wasn’t the only reason for celebration he offered the fans.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 24
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.
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' Pete Crow-Armstrong has first 40-40 season in franchise history
He's just the seventh player all-time to reach the milestone.
Chicago Cubs 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
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / September 24
Cubs RHP Kevin Gausman leaves start after injuring left shoulder
Chicago Cubs right-hander Kevin Gausman exited his Wednesday start against the visiting Miami Marlins due to left shoulder injury sustained while making a diving tag in the sixth inning.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23
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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23
MLB insider makes bold prediction on Pete Crow-Armstrong's NL MVP chances
At this point, it seems that Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is going to run away with the National League MVP award. On Wednesday, MLB insider Jon Heyman even had a bold prediction regarding Crow-Armstrong’s MVP case, saying he should be the unanimous winner.
Anthony Rizzo News / Yardbarker / September 22
Anthony Rizzo has wild suggestion for Cubs' October strategy
The Chicago Cubs entered play on Monday tied with the San Diego Padres for the top National League wild-card position.
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