# Chicago Cubs and White Sox in MLB Playoffs

> Chicago Cubs and White Sox both clinch MLB playoff spots for first time same day.
- Title: Chicago Cubs and White Sox in MLB Playoffs · Chicago Sun-Times
- Summary: Chicago Cubs and White Sox both clinch MLB playoff spots for first time same day. Chicago Cubs and White Sox both secured MLB playoff berths on Thursday, the…
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- Source: Chicago Sun-Times — https://chicago.suntimes.com/sports/2026/09/24/what-do-i-need-to-know-chicago-cubs-white-sox-both-mlb-playoffs-postseason
- Published: 2026-09-27T22:00:00+00:00
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- Topics: chicago cubs, chicago white sox, mlb playoffs, wild card series, wrigley field, rate field, world series, nfl, baseball, playoff berths, news, local
## Playoff Berths Confirmed
The Chicago Cubs and White Sox both clinched playoff berths Thursday, the first time they've done so on the same day.
## Historical Context
The Cubs and Sox last made the postseason together in the 2020 COVID-shortened season, and in 2008 and 1906.
## 2020 Playoffs Recap
In 2020, the Cubs lost to the Marlins 2-0 in the wild-card round, and the Sox lost to the Oakland A’s 2-1.
## 2008 Playoffs Recap
In 2008, the Cubs lost to the Dodgers 3-0 in the Division Series, and the Sox lost to the Rays 3-1.
## 1906 World Series
In 1906, the White Sox beat the Cubs 4-2 in the World Series.
## Home Games in Playoffs?
Neither team will play in Chicago during the Wild Card Series, with the Cubs facing the Padres and the Sox facing the Astros.
## TV Broadcast Details
The Sox play their first game at 4 p.m. Tuesday, while the Cubs play at 9 p.m. on Peacock and NBC Sports Network.
## Red Line Doubleheader?
A Red Line doubleheader is possible if both teams advance to host games on the same day, but not in the Wild Card Series.
## World Series Wins
The Cubs have won the World Series three times: 1907, 1908, and 2016. The White Sox have won three times: 1906, 1917, and 2005.
## Cubs' Team Strengths
Pete Crow-Armstrong is the likely National League MVP with 40+ home runs, 40+ steals, and Gold Glove defense. The Cubs also have five Gold Glove winners.
## White Sox Team Strengths
The White Sox have 35 comeback victories and 11 walk-off wins, leading the American League in runs per game and home runs since 2012.
## Sox' Recent Performance
The White Sox lost at least 100 games in 2018 and 1970, and went 41-121 in 2024, setting the modern MLB record for losses.
## Playoff History
No team has ever won the playoffs after losing 100 games three years in a row, making the White Sox the first potential team to do so.
## Rivalry Intensity
The Cubs have more financial resources than the Sox, with the Cubs valued at $5 billion and the Sox at $1.94 billion by Forbes in 2026.
## Other Cities with Two Teams
New York has the Yankees and Mets, Los Angeles has the Dodgers and Angels, and the Bay Area has the Giants and A’s.
## Where to Watch
The Cubs can be watched at Nisei Lounge and Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro, while the Sox can be watched at Mitchell’s Tap and Bob Inn.
## Key takeaway

Chicago Cubs and White Sox both secured MLB playoff berths on Thursday, the first time they've done so on the same day.