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Cubs Ready for Wild Card Showdown Against Padres

9/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Chicago Cubs face San Diego Padres in the Wild Card Series, starting Tuesday at Wrigley Field.
Cubs finished 92-70 and earned the National League's top Wild Card seed.
Cade Horton will miss the series; Pete Crow-Armstrong (30 HR, 30 SB) and Michael Busch (34 HR) anchor the lineup.
The Cubs' bullpen has been strong, with Brad Keller and Drew Pomeranz delivering.

History

Historical Context

The Chicago Cubs, established in 1876, won their last World Series in 1908, ending a 108-year championship drought in 2016. With a strong 99-55 record that year, they showcased their dominance in the National League. Currently, the Cubs hold a 92-70 record, reflecting a competitive resurgence, aided by players like Pete Crow-Armstrong as they aim to reclaim their historic status in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

Chicago Cubs face San Diego Padres in the Wild Card Series, starting Tuesday at Wrigley Field.
Cubs finished 92-70 and earned the National League's top Wild Card seed.
Cade Horton will miss the series; Pete Crow-Armstrong (30 HR, 30 SB) and Michael Busch (34 HR) anchor the lineup.
The Cubs' bullpen has been strong, with Brad Keller and Drew Pomeranz delivering.

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