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As Cubs clinch postseason spot, how do the expanded MLB playoffs work?

The Chicago Cubs are playoff bound, as they beat the Pittsburgh Pirates to clinch their first postseason berth in five seasons.

MLB playoff tracker 2025: Clinching scenarios, bracket, schedule

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.
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What channel is Cubs vs. Nationals on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday baseball game

The Cubs are all but a lock to return to the postseason, but they have their eyes set on the NL Central crown. Here's ...
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Everything to know about the 2025 MLB postseason: Schedule, format, bracket

Can the Dodgers go back-to-back? Will the Yankees get redemption? Here's a full preview ahead of the 2025 MLB postseason.

MLB standings ordered by remaining strength of schedule: Cubs have no excuses

We've finally arrived at the final stretch. The final month of the MLB season is upon us, giving teams two extra roster spots to play with and one last push to ...
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MLB releases 2026 regular-season schedule

Major League Baseball officially unveiled the full schedule for the 2026 regular season on Tuesday. The 2026 championship ...

Which MLB contenders have the toughest road to the playoffs? Breaking down the schedules pt. 3

Two weeks remain in Major League Baseball's regular season, which means most contenders are now concerned with which teams ...

Key dates for 2026 MLB season schedule: Opening Day, All-Star Game and more

MLB released its 2026 regular season schedule Tuesday, with several notable events scattered across the calendar.

Cubs take win streak into game against the Pirates

Cubs: Matthew Boyd (13-8, 3.05 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, 146 strikeouts); Pirates: Johan Oviedo (2-0, 2.81 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, 29 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cubs -168, Pirates +141; over/under is 8 runs ...