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Cubs aim to clinch playoff spot against Reds today in Cincinnati

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:37 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Cubs aim to clinch playoff spot against Reds today in Cincinnati

Summary

The Chicago Cubs face the Cincinnati Reds today as they seek to clinch a playoff spot in the National League. The Cubs need to win and require a New York Yankees victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks to secure their postseason berth. Currently, the Cubs hold an 86-69 record, trailing the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central. They send David Peterson to the mound against Reds pitcher Rhett Lowder, who has been inconsistent this season. The Cubs are in control of their playoff destiny with one week remaining in the regular season.

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By the Numbers

•Cubs need to beat Reds to clinch playoff spot.
•Yankees must defeat Diamondbacks for Cubs to qualify.
•Cubs currently hold a record of 86-69.
•David Peterson pitches for the Cubs against Reds' Rhett Lowder.
•One week remains in MLB regular season.

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What they're saying

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The Milwaukee Brewers have made it tough on the Chicago Cubs in recent years. Even if the Cubbies have a really good season, it’s hard for them to win the NL Central Division when the Brewers play like one of the best teams in the sport year after year. Good thing for the Cubs they […] The post This Is How Cubs Clinch Playoff Spot Today appeared first on HEAVY.
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