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Cubs eliminated from playoffs, rumors swirl on Tarik Skubal's free agency

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 11:59 PM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Cubs eliminated from playoffs, rumors swirl on Tarik Skubal's free agency

Summary

The Chicago Cubs were eliminated from the National League Wild Card round by the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night. The Cubs lost consecutive games in the series after making the postseason in the final days of the regular season. With the season concluded, speculation arises regarding potential roster changes, including a lack of pursuit for pitcher Tarik Skubal, who is likely to command a historic free agent contract. An insider suggests the Cubs will not actively bid for Skubal, given their existing commitments for 2027.

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By the Numbers

•Cubs eliminated by Padres in the Wild Card round.
•Cubs faced consecutive losses in the playoff series.
•Rumors link Tarik Skubal to free agency but Cubs likely out of the race.
•Cubs committed about $110 million to future contracts for 2027.
•Multiple players set to become free agents, including Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki.

Latest Updates

11:59 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs rumors: Chicago insider dumps cold water over any potential Tarik Skubal free agency pursuit

What they're saying

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The Chicago Cubs saw their season comes to an end Wednesday night when they were eliminated from the Wild Card round of the National League playoffs by the San Diego Padres. The Cubs lost the series in consecutive games after earning a spot in the postseason in the final days of the season. While their time in the postseason was short-lived, the […] The post Cubs rumors: Chicago insider dumps cold water over any potential Tarik Skubal free agency pursuit appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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