The Chicago Cubs got an on-the-road win on Monday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, 4-0. With the victory, they took another step towards guaranteeing a playoff berth and, also, a spot as the no.

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell had a hilarious admission regarding his team's celebration after clinching a playoff spot.

The Chicago Cubs can clinch a playoff spot on Wednesday with a win. It would be their first postseason appearance since the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, and their first in a full season since

After four seasons ending in either abject failure or mediocrity, the Chicago Cubs are back in the playoffs. The Cubs recorded their 88th win Sept. 17, defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates, 8-4, at PNC Park to become the second club from the National League Central to qualify for the playoffs.

The Cubs completed sweeps in five series, including two on the road, at Sacramento against the Athletics at Sacramento onApril 2 and at Los Angeles against the Angels on Aug. 24. They lost eight third games,

Manager Craig Counsell says the Cubs are capable of playing many October games, but are "going to need some special offensive performances."