South Bend Cubs secure Midwest League playoff spot with win over Peoria
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 2:16 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The South Bend Cubs clinched a spot in the 2026 Midwest League playoffs with a 6-4 victory against the Peoria Chiefs on June 13. This marks the team's first playoff appearance since 2022 and the 16th in franchise history. During the clinching match, the Cubs scored five runs in the first inning, highlighted by three home runs. Koen Moreno earned the win, pitching five innings before Jackson Brockett closed it out. The first half of the season concludes on June 18, determining placement for additional playoff spots.
- •Cubs win 6-4 against Peoria Chiefs on June 13.
- •South Bend wins first half Midwest League West Division championship.
- •Cubs scored five runs in the first inning, including three home runs.
- •Koen Moreno and Jackson Brockett combined for a strong pitching performance.
- •First half of the season ends on June 18.
- 2:16 AMYahoo Sports — South Bend Cubs clinch 2026 Midwest League playoff spot
"Playoff baseball will return to South Bend this September for the first time in four years after the Cubs clinched a playoff spot June 13.
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