Cubs' playoff series threatened by Boston nor'easter

Nor'easter risks disrupting Cubs' final regular-season games with playoff implications.

Sep 23, 2026

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Cubs' playoff series threatened by Boston nor'easter

Nor'easter risks disrupting Cubs' final regular-season games with playoff implications.

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Nor'easter risks disrupting Cubs' final regular-season games with playoff implications. A potential nor'easter could delay the Cubs' Boston series, affecting their wild-card playoff seeding. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.

Cubs monitor Boston weather

The Cubs will watch the forecast as strong storms could disrupt their final regular-season series against the Red Sox in Boston.

“It sounds like lovely weather ahead”

Nor'easter threat

A powerful storm with heavy rains and strong winds could reach Boston this weekend, threatening the Cubs' schedule.

Playoff seeding at stake

The Cubs are tied with the Padres for the No. 1 wild-card spot, both teams one game ahead of the Phillies.

Game locations in question

The Cubs could play in Chicago, Philadelphia, San Diego, or Atlanta depending on weather disruptions.

Hoyer on weather concerns

Team president Jed Hoyer said the Red Sox and MLB are discussing weather impacts but no decisions have been made.

“We’ve been in touch with the Red Sox and MLB”

Cubs' recent loss

The Cubs dropped an extra-inning marathon Tuesday, falling 8-2 to the Marlins at Wrigley Field.

Shota Imanaga's performance

Shota Imanaga struck out seven in five innings, holding the Marlins to a single run.

Justin Steele's status

Manager Craig Counsell said Justin Steele could pitch in the weekend games if the weather allows.

Playoff implications

The Cubs' schedule could be disrupted, affecting their wild-card playoff seeding and home-field advantage.

Weather uncertainty

The forecast is changing rapidly, with potential game delays or moves to Monday.

Cubs' playoff hopes

The Cubs need to secure their playoff spot before the weekend games could be affected by weather.

Next steps

The Cubs and Red Sox will monitor the weather to determine if games move to Monday or another city.

What to remember

A potential nor'easter could delay the Cubs' Boston series, affecting their wild-card playoff seeding.

Read the original on Chicago Sun-Times

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