Cubs secure playoff berth after victory over Marlins
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Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The Chicago Cubs clinched a playoff spot for the second consecutive season with a 2-1 win against the Miami Marlins on September 24, 2026. This victory allowed the Cubs to secure their postseason position, aiming for a repeat of their prior Wild Card Series success. After a four-year rebuilding phase, the Cubs are looking to leverage their strong offensive and defensive capabilities in the upcoming playoffs. They currently rank first in major league runs scored and fielding percentage, with key contributors like Pete Crow-Armstrong poised for a strong postseason performance.
- •Cubs finish regular season strong, heading into playoffs as a wild card.
- •Team's offense leads majors in runs and slugging percentage.
- •Cubs boast best defensive metrics in baseball.
- •Pitching staff struggles, ranking last in pitcher WAR.
- •Cubs aim to replicate success from last postseason.
- 9:23 PMCBS MLB — Cubs clinch playoff berth: Why Chicago could line up for a World Series win 10 years after its last title
"For the second straight season, the Cubs are headed to the playoffs out of the wild-card race
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