South Bend Cubs prepare for Midwest League Divisional Round playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 1:16 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
The South Bend Cubs conclude their 73-50 regular season as they enter the Midwest League Divisional Round. After clinching a home playoff spot in the first half, the team will begin its best-of-three series on the road Tuesday, Sept. 8. The series returns to Four Winds Field for a game on Thursday, Sept. 10. The Cubs’ opponent remains undecided, with the matchup featuring either the Quad Cities River Bandits or the Beloit Sky Carp. Manager Daniel Wasinger credited the team’s performance to consistent preparation and resilience, highlighted by recent late-game comeback victories. This postseason appearance marks the club's first playoff participation since 2022.
- •South Bend finished the regular season with a 73-50 record.
- •The best-of-three Divisional Round series begins Tuesday, Sept. 8.
- •The home playoff game at Four Winds Field is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 10.
- •The playoff opponent will be either the Quad Cities River Bandits or the Beloit Sky Carp.
- •The team has not reached the playoffs since the 2022 season.
- 1:16 PMYahoo Sports — 'Resilient' South Bend Cubs excited for Midwest League Divisional Round
"The South Bend Cubs' first Midwest League Divisional Round game is on the road Tuesday, Sept. 8 before returning to Four Winds Field Thursday, Sept. 10.
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