Cubs clinch postseason spot

The Cubs officially secured a playoff spot after defeating the Marlins on September 24.

“We’re built for the weird [stuff]”

Champagne celebration

Players celebrated with champagne after clinching the postseason spot, while planning for what comes next.

Postseason readiness

Matthew Boyd emphasized the team’s focus on the upcoming postseason challenges despite recent successes.

“It’s all about what’s next”

Weather challenges

The Cubs face a weather-impacted three-game series against the Red Sox in Boston this weekend.

Wild-card standings

The Cubs were tied for second in the wild-card standings with the Phillies, both teams a game behind the Padres.

Injury challenges

The Cubs dealt with a midsummer avalanche of pitching injuries, including a 10-game losing streak.

Team resilience

Pete Crow-Armstrong noted the team’s ability to weather challenges and remain competitive despite injuries.

“We’re built for the weird s, t”

Playoff preparation

The Cubs aim to host games at Wrigley while preparing for the postseason challenges ahead.

Injury concerns

Bregman is recovering from facial fractures after taking a foul ball off his face, while Gausman deals with a shoulder injury.

Team confidence

Ian Happ expressed confidence in the team’s ability to handle the upcoming challenges and postseason.

“Getting through 162 isn’t easy”

What’s next

The Cubs prepare for a weather-impacted three-game series against the Red Sox in Boston this weekend.

Playoff goals

The Cubs set championship-level goals in the spring and have been chasing them all season.

What happens next

The Cubs face a weather-impacted three-game series against the Red Sox in Boston this weekend.