Cubs and White Sox begin postseason as Chicago businesses prepare for fans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

The Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox are starting their postseason runs on the road, with local businesses gearing up for fan attendance. Wrigleyville's Old Crow Smokehouse and South Side's Wings and Rings expect large crowds eager to watch the playoff games. While both teams will play away, business owners emphasize that the atmosphere around postseason baseball is likely to bring energized crowds. Optimism is high among fans, with hopes for deep playoff runs from both teams. Local leaders emphasize the positive impact that postseason success can have on neighborhood economies, further boosting local bars and restaurants.
- •Cubs and White Sox commence playoff runs on the road.
- •Local businesses expect large crowds for viewing events.
- •Fans express optimism for both teams' playoff chances.
- •Postseason baseball boosts local bar and restaurant economies.
- •Community leaders highlight the excitement of October baseball.
- 4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Chicago businesses and fans gear up for playoff baseball as Cubs and White Sox begin postseason
"Many local establishments would prefer home playoff games, but owners say the excitement surrounding October baseball is expected to bring strong crowds regardless.
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