Chicago Cubs clinch NL wild card spot with win over Marlins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 8:48 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The Chicago Cubs secured a National League wild card spot with a 2-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on September 24. This win came after the Cubs struggled, losing the first two games of their series against the Marlins. Throughout the season, the Cubs had been in a tight race for playoff position alongside the San Diego Padres and Philadelphia Phillies. Their offensive power, led by center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, played a crucial role in this push. The Cubs are set to begin the postseason in a best-of-three Wild Card Series.
- •Cubs win 2-1 against Marlins on September 24.
- •Chicago's offense led the majors in runs scored this season.
- •Cubs faced competition from Padres and Phillies for playoff spots.
- •They will start the postseason in a Wild Card Series.
- 8:48 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs punch ticket to MLB playoffs, clinch NL wild card spot
"The Chicago Cubs secured a National League wild card spot after a season defined by a powerful offense.
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