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Cubs enjoy team-building day at Churchill Downs before playoff push

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:32 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Cubs enjoy team-building day at Churchill Downs before playoff push

Summary

The Chicago Cubs took a break from their 2026 season on Thursday for a team-building trip to Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Manager Craig Counsell described the experience as a fun day for the team, comparing Churchill Downs to Wrigley Field for horse racing. The trip featured a race won by 'Act of Parliament,' a horse owned by player Alex Bregman. The Cubs, aiming for the playoffs, have nine games remaining in the season, including a series against the Cincinnati Reds starting Friday.

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•Cubs visited Churchill Downs for a team day before a critical series.
•Craig Counsell emphasized the fun and bonding experience for players.
•Alex Bregman's horse won a race during the outing.
•Cubs have nine games left in the season, including against the Reds.
•The team aims to make an impact in the 2026 MLB Playoffs.

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11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs news: Craig Counsell talks team-building trip to Churchill Downs

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With the Chicago Cubs looking to close out the 2026 season with a bang , the team would also take a breather on Thursday and enjoy a horse race at the famous Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. As the Cubs look to make major noise in the 2026 MLB Playoffs, manager Craig Counsell spoke about the roster taking the team-building trip to Churchill […] The post Cubs news: Craig Counsell talks team-building trip to Churchill Downs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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